Bigger Quote by Sanford I. Weill
“And learn that when you do make a mistake, you'll surface that mistake so you can get it corrected, rather than trying to hide it and bury it, and it becomes a much bigger mistake, and maybe a fatal mistake.”
About This Quote
Advocates confronting mistakes openly to correct them early, preventing escalation into larger failures.
In simple terms: Address errors promptly to fix them.
Key Takeaway
Own and fix mistakes quickly.
Themes
accountability
learning
risk management
Mood
pragmatic
reflective
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- project management
- performance reviews
- personal development
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
error handling
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to surface mistakes early?
- How does transparency improve team trust?
A Different Perspective
Hiding errors may protect ego but harms outcomes.
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