Achieve Quote by Robert Shea
“As such people achieve influence within the organization, whenever there is a conflict between their own interest and the interest of the organization, their interests will win out.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Illuminatus! Trilogy", 1975
When influential individuals prioritize personal gain over organizational goals, they steer outcomes to serve themselves.
In simple terms: Self‑interest overrides collective interest in power dynamics.
Key Takeaway
Align personal incentives with organizational health.
Themes
power
conflict of interest
organizational behavior
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
business
philosophical
When to use this quote
- corporate governance
- team projects
- policy making
Key Concepts
ethics
leadership
political science
Questions to Reflect On
- How can organizations prevent self‑serving decisions?
- What checks balance power effectively?
A Different Perspective
Not all conflicts are resolved by self‑interest; structures can mitigate it.
