Asks Quote by Margaret J. Wheatley
“We can no longer stand at the end of something we visualized in detail and plan backwards from that future. Instead we must stand at the beginning, clear in our mind, with a willingness to be involved in discovery... it asks that we participate rather than plan.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Leadership and the New Science, 1992
Instead of planning from a distant future, start at the present with openness to discovery and participation.
In simple terms: Begin now, stay open to learning.
Key Takeaway
Embrace present‑focused, collaborative action.
Themes
leadership
innovation
mindset
participation
discovery
Mood
inspirational
thought‑provoking
strategic
Type
leadership
philosophical
When to use this quote
- team brainstorming
- project kickoff
- strategic planning sessions
Key Concepts
systems thinking
adaptive leadership
creative problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance vision with present action?
- What practices foster collaborative discovery?
A Different Perspective
May lack clear direction without some foresight.
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