Come Quote by Randi Zuckerberg
“You teach other people how to treat you. If you constantly respond to emails at 2 A.M., other people will come to expect that of you.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business leadership talk, 2018
Your responsiveness sets expectations; consistently late replies teach others to expect the same behavior.
In simple terms: Late replies teach others to expect that
Key Takeaway
Set clear communication boundaries.
Themes
boundaries
expectations
communication
Mood
pragmatic
reflective
Type
professional
advisory
When to use this quote
- email management
- team meetings
- client interactions
Key Concepts
behavioral conditioning
professional etiquette
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you set limits on after‑hours work?
- How can you communicate availability effectively?
A Different Perspective
May cause burnout.
