Accomplished Quote by Peter Drucker
“The most critical case in a corporation, especially a big one, is when everything goes well, when you have accomplished your objectives. When the temptation is to work twice as hard instead of saying, "We have accomplished our objectives, we have to think again."”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Effective Executive, 1966
Success can breed complacency; continuous improvement requires recognizing achievements and then reassessing goals.
In simple terms: Celebrate success, then plan anew.
Key Takeaway
Avoid stagnation after wins.
Themes
leadership
growth
strategy
Mood
analytical
motivational
Type
business
inspirational
When to use this quote
- business reviews
- project debriefs
- personal development
Key Concepts
continuous improvement
goal setting
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prevent complacency?
- When should you reset objectives?
A Different Perspective
Changing goals can cause resistance.
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