Boss Quote by Steve Hilton
“In business, there's a saying: 'Disagree and commit.' It means that everyone should speak up before a decision is made. But once the boss has decided, you all get behind it to make it happen.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Leadership Conference, 2014
'Disagree and commit' encourages open debate before decisions, then unified execution after leadership decides.
In simple terms: Speak up, then support the final decision.
Encourage honest input, then rally behind choices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- project launches
- crisis response
- strategic shifts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you voice disagreement?
- How to ensure commitment after disagreement?
May suppress dissent if not managed carefully.