Aware Quote by Noreena Hertz
“As an economist specializing in the global economy, international trade and debt, I have spent most of my career helping others make big decisions - prime ministers, presidents and chief executives - and so I'm all too aware of the risks and dangers of poor choices in the public as well as the private sphere.”
About This Quote
Expertise in global economics highlights the high stakes of decisions made by leaders in both public and private sectors.
In simple terms: Leaders' choices have huge risks.
Consider long‑term impacts of decisions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- corporate strategy
- investment decisions
- public policy debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can reduce poor choices?
- How do you handle decision fatigue?
Complex systems can be unpredictable despite expertise.