Competence Quote by Matt Perman
““Competence is doing what you need to do. Excellence is knowing what you’re supposed to do, getting it on autopilot, and going beyond.””
About This Quote
Source Talk: Leadership conference, 2022
Competence is doing required tasks; excellence adds insight, automation, and exceeding expectations.
In simple terms: Competence does tasks; excellence exceeds.
Key Takeaway
Aim for excellence beyond competence.
Themes
growth
leadership
performance
Mood
motivational
strategic
Type
professional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- project management
- team leadership
- product development
Key Concepts
skill mastery
automation
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to automate routine work?
- How can you identify areas to exceed expectations?
A Different Perspective
Excellence may require resources not always available.
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