Business-culture Quote by Stan Slap
““Most managers have plenty of emotional commitment to give to their jobs. If they can be convinced it’s safe and sensible to give it.””
About This Quote
Managers need to feel that taking emotional commitment is safe and reasonable before they will invest it.
In simple terms: Safety and sense make managers give emotional commitment.
Ensure safety before asking for commitment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- project planning
- change initiatives
- performance evaluations
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What creates psychological safety?
- How to encourage commitment without over‑protecting?
Overemphasis on safety may stifle bold actions.