Association Quote by Michael Faraday
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“With respect to Committees as you would perceive I am very jealous of their formation. I mean working committees. I think business is always better done by few than by many. I think also the working few ought not to be embaras[s]ed by the idle many and further I think the idle many ought not to be honoured by association with the working few.-I do not think that my patience has ever come nearer to an end than when compelled to hear ... long rambling malapropros enquiries of members who still have nothing in consequence to propose that shall advance the business.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to a colleague, 1860s
Faraday expresses frustration with large, inactive committees and prefers small, active groups to drive progress.
In simple terms: Small, active groups work better than large, idle ones.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize efficient, focused teamwork.
Themes
efficiency
teamwork
leadership
Mood
frustrated
critical
Type
advice
critical
When to use this quote
- business meetings
- project planning
- committee work
- decision making
Key Concepts
organizational dynamics
group psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance inclusivity with efficiency?
- What criteria define a productive committee?
A Different Perspective
Large groups can still provide diverse perspectives and resources.
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