Compromises Quote by Roberto Azevedo
“It's not compatible to expect multilateralism to work and, at the same time, to expect to walk out with everything you wanted. This is a recipe for failure. If we prize the system, we have to come knowing that we will need to make compromises. Sometimes painful compromises.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: International Relations Forum, 2018
Multilateral cooperation requires compromise; demanding all outcomes simultaneously leads to failure.
In simple terms: You must accept trade‑offs in teamwork.
Key Takeaway
Embrace realistic expectations and negotiate.
Themes
politics
cooperation
compromise
realism
strategy
Mood
cautious
determined
Type
analytical
pragmatic
When to use this quote
- global treaties
- corporate partnerships
- team projects
Key Concepts
diplomacy
negotiation
systems thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What compromises are essential for collective success?
- When is it acceptable to prioritize principle over outcome?
A Different Perspective
Compromise may dilute ideal goals, causing dissatisfaction.
