Best person Quote by Marshall Goldsmith
“Every decision that affects our lives will be made by the person who has the power to make that decision, not the 'right' person or the 'smartest' person or the 'best' person. Make peace with this fact.”
About This Quote
Source Book: What Got You Here Won't Get You There, Marshall Goldsmith, 2007
Power, not merit, often determines who makes decisions; accept this reality to navigate influence effectively.
In simple terms: Decision-making is driven by power, not necessarily rightness.
Key Takeaway
Adapt to power dynamics.
Themes
leadership
influence
realism
Mood
pragmatic
reflective
Type
advice
leadership
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- team negotiations
- political lobbying
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Power structures
decision authority
organizational politics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you influence decisions without formal authority?
- When should you challenge a powerful decision-maker?
A Different Perspective
Power can be fleeting; reliance on it may undermine ethical considerations.
