Make Indispensable Quote by Mark Samuel
““Robert Anthony wrote one of my favorite quotes regarding anyone wanting to make themselves indispensable: “If you find a good solution and become attached to it, the solution may become your next problem.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Advice Podcast, 2022
Clinging to a solution can turn it into a new problem, so flexibility and continual reassessment are essential.
In simple terms: Solutions can become problems if over‑relied on.
Key Takeaway
Stay adaptable, revisit solutions.
Themes
adaptability
problem‑solving
growth
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- product development
- consulting
- team leadership
- software engineering
- policy making
Key Concepts
Systems thinking
feedback loops
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- What solution are you holding onto too tightly?
- How can you test if a solution still serves you?
A Different Perspective
Over‑attachment may blind you to better alternatives.
