Being Quote by Mark Davis
“Being briefed only once is a quaint defense. You're either briefed or not briefed.”
About This Quote
Argues that a single briefing is insufficient; either you are fully informed or not at all.
In simple terms: One briefing is not enough.
Key Takeaway
Seek continuous information and clarification.
Themes
communication
information
decision‑making
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
strategic
advisory
When to use this quote
- business meetings
- military briefings
- project planning
- medical consultations
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What processes ensure ongoing briefings in your organization?
- How do you verify you have all necessary information?
A Different Perspective
Complex issues often require multiple perspectives and updates.
![“I have been privileged to be briefed and to know that we have been visited [by aliens]. I do not have first hand experience in this regard, but I have been on investigating teams and I have been briefed by insiders who do know.” quote by Edgar Mitchell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c8f/edgar-mitchell-6104_aliens_i-have-been-privileged-to-be-briefed-and_2411535.jpg)
