Across Quote by Michael Mullen
“Our training is world-class across all the services. We spend an awful lot on every soldier, sailor, airman, Marine, Coast Guardsman that comes in, and we ask them to do an awful lot, sometimes more than we expect of ourselves, and they do that.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Department of Defense, 2005
The military invests heavily in training, expecting soldiers to exceed expectations.
In simple terms: Military trains soldiers to exceed expectations.
Key Takeaway
Invest in rigorous preparation.
Themes
military
training
excellence
Mood
determined
serious
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- boot camp
- advanced drills
- leadership courses
Key Concepts
leadership development
performance standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you sustain performance?
- What limits should be set for soldiers?
A Different Perspective
High expectations can cause burnout.
