Administrative Quote by Roone Arledge
“But unlike the setup in most organizations, where there's an administrator on top and creative people or doers underneath, I'm basically a doer and I like to have administrative people underneath me.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Leadership Podcast, Roone Arledge, 2018
Preferring to lead by doing, the speaker values having administrative support beneath a hands‑on leader.
In simple terms: Leaders may want staff to handle admin tasks.
Key Takeaway
Choose a role that matches your strengths.
Themes
leadership
delegation
role preference
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- startup
- corporate
- nonprofit
- creative teams
Key Concepts
hierarchy
management style
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you thrive on direct action or coordination?
- How do you ensure accountability?
A Different Perspective
Relying on others for admin can create bottlenecks if not managed.
