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“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.” quote by Steve Hilton
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“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.”

Steve Hilton

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.

Key Takeaway

Encourage honest input, then rally behind choices.

Themes

leadership teamwork decision making

Mood

pragmatic motivational

Type

leadership organizational

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • project launches
  • crisis response
  • strategic shifts

Key Concepts

organizational behavior commitment

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you voice disagreement?
  • How to ensure commitment after disagreement?
A Different Perspective

May suppress dissent if not managed carefully.

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