Fire Quote by Stephen Covey
“If you can hire people whose passion intersects with the job, they won't require any supervision at all. They will manage themselves better than anyone could ever manage them. Their fire comes from within, not from without. Their motivation is internal, not external.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, 1989
People driven by intrinsic passion self-manage, needing little external oversight.
In simple terms: Passionate people work themselves.
Key Takeaway
Hire for passion, reduce supervision.
Themes
motivation
self‑direction
leadership
Mood
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
leadership
advice
When to use this quote
- team building
- startup hiring
- project management
- remote work
Key Concepts
intrinsic motivation
autonomy
engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you assess genuine passion?
- What safeguards ensure quality?
A Different Perspective
Passion alone may not guarantee competence or alignment with goals.
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