Action Quote by Milton Friedman
![“There is likely to be a lag between the need for action and government ["an individual's" or "a team's"] recognition of the need; a further lag between recognition of the need for action and the taking of action; and a still further lag between the action and its effects” quote by Milton Friedman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b51/milton-friedman-616_action_there-is-likely-to-be-a-lag-between-the_1267914.jpg)
“There is likely to be a lag between the need for action and government ["an individual's" or "a team's"] recognition of the need; a further lag between recognition of the need for action and the taking of action; and a still further lag between the action and its effects”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Role of Government in a Free Society", 1970
There are multiple delays: recognizing a problem, deciding to act, and seeing results, which can hinder timely responses.
In simple terms: Recognition, decision, and impact all take time, causing delays.
Key Takeaway
Anticipate and shorten each lag for faster action.
Themes
policy
government
decision making
timeliness
implementation
Mood
cautious
analytical
reflective
Type
policy
analytical
When to use this quote
- emergency response
- legislative process
- business strategy
- project management
Key Concepts
systems theory
behavioral economics
public administration
Questions to Reflect On
- What can reduce recognition lag?
- How to speed up implementation?
A Different Perspective
Delays may be unavoidable due to bureaucracy.
