Discipline Quote by Robert M. Gates
““As I said earlier, for the first several months under Obama, it took a lot of discipline to sit quietly at the table as everyone from the president on down took shots at Bush and his team. Sitting there, I would often think to myself, Am I invisible? During those excoriations, there was never any acknowledgment that I had been an integral part of that earlier team.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Washington Post, 2015
The speaker felt invisible despite past contributions, highlighting a lack of recognition during criticism.
In simple terms: Feeling ignored despite past work.
Key Takeaway
Seek acknowledgment and assert presence.
Themes
recognition
invisibility
politics
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- corporate meetings
- public hearings
- team projects
Key Concepts
leadership
team dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one ensure contributions are seen?
- What strategies counteract invisibility?
A Different Perspective
Recognition may be biased by politics.
