Bad idea Quote by Patrick Lencioni
““You admit it was a bad idea as soon as you realize it. You laugh at yourself. You take their ribbing. And most important, you don’t stop making suggestions. Most of your ideas won’t be horrible. Even””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni, 2002
Admitting mistakes quickly, laughing at them, and persisting with new ideas fosters resilience and continuous improvement.
In simple terms: Own errors, stay light‑hearted, keep proposing ideas.
Embrace failure, keep suggesting.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- project meetings
- brainstorm sessions
- product development
- personal goal setting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance humility with confidence?
- When should you stop proposing ideas?
Over‑emphasis on suggestion can lead to noise without filtering.