Enthusiastic Quote by Mason Cooley
“Never trust the judgment of an enthusiastic man; never trust the promises of a lazy one.”
About This Quote
Source Quote collection: “Mason Cooley’s Book of Aphorisms”, 1975
Enthusiastic people may overpromise, while lazy people may underdeliver; both are unreliable sources of judgment.
In simple terms: Beware of extremes in enthusiasm and laziness.
Key Takeaway
Seek balanced, reliable counsel.
Themes
trust
judgment
enthusiasm
laziness
reliability
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
aphorism
advice
When to use this quote
- Hiring decisions
- personal advice
- leadership evaluation
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
motivation
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria help assess reliability?
- How to differentiate genuine commitment?
A Different Perspective
Enthusiasm can mask incompetence; laziness can hide potential.
