Antelopes Quote by Newt Gingrich
“Lions cannot afford to hunt mice because they literally will starve to death, even if they catch them. Lions and all large carnivores have to hunt game large enough to justify the investment, so they have to hunt antelope and zebra. Why is this important? Because most senior executives are really big on chipmunks.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Leadership Forum, 2021
Leaders focus on major opportunities, ignoring small, unprofitable tasks.
In simple terms: Big leaders chase big wins, not tiny tasks.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize high‑impact goals.
Themes
leadership
strategy
focus
Mood
analytical
strategic
Type
motivational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- executive planning
- budgeting
- project selection
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
resource allocation
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What small opportunities could yield high returns?
- How do you balance big and small projects?
A Different Perspective
Over‑emphasis on scale can neglect niche innovations.
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