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Accepting Quote by Ray Noorda

“Cause change and lead; accept change and survive; resist change and die.” quote by Ray Noorda
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“Cause change and lead; accept change and survive; resist change and die.”

Ray Noorda

About This Quote

Three approaches to change: embrace and lead it, adapt and survive it, or resist and perish, stressing the necessity of proactive adaptation.

In simple terms: Lead, adapt, or perish with change.

Key Takeaway

Choose proactive adaptation.

Themes

leadership change management survival

Mood

strategic motivational

Type

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When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • self‑assessment
  • coaching sessions

Key Concepts

business strategy personal growth organizational culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which change will you lead?
  • How do you survive unavoidable shifts?
A Different Perspective

Resisting change can be a conscious choice for values.

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