Action Quote by Peter Drucker
“Systematic decision review also shows executives their own weaknesses, particularly the areas in which they are simply incompetent. In these areas, smart executives don't make decisions or take actions. They delegate.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Effective Executive, Peter Drucker, 1966
Executives expose personal gaps through systematic reviews, revealing tasks they avoid due to lack of competence.
In simple terms: Reviews reveal where leaders lack skill and avoid decisions.
Delegate tasks you’re incompetent at.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- strategic planning
- performance reviews
- team meetings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What tasks do you avoid?
- How can you develop competence in weak areas?
Delegation may hide development needs.