Asks Quote by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
“We have learned how to develop five-minute and even one-minute managers. But we would do better to ask ourselves what it takes to be an executive who helps build a better future.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, 1990
Effective leadership requires moving beyond short‑term management to long‑term vision and responsibility for future outcomes.
In simple terms: Good leaders think beyond minutes and focus on building a better future.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate strategic, future‑oriented leadership.
Themes
leadership
vision
future
responsibility
development
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- executive coaching
- strategic planning
- non‑profit leadership
- policy development
Key Concepts
psychology of flow
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you shift from managing tasks to shaping future outcomes?
- What habits support long‑term visionary leadership?
A Different Perspective
Short‑term focus can hinder deep strategic thinking.
