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“I'm not a god in the traditional fashion, I am a patron. Patrons have responsibilities. Granted, I rarely have the opportunity to exercise them.” quote by Steven Erikson
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““I'm not a god in the traditional fashion, I am a patron. Patrons have responsibilities. Granted, I rarely have the opportunity to exercise them.””

Steven Erikson

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Malazan Book of the Fallen, 2005

Patrons hold responsibility, yet often lack chance to act; power without agency limits impact.

In simple terms: Patrons have duties but rarely can fulfill them.

Key Takeaway

Recognize limits of authority.

Themes

responsibility power leadership

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • charitable foundations
  • governmental bodies

Key Concepts

politics philanthropy organizational management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities do you neglect?
  • How can you create opportunities to act?
A Different Perspective

Authority without action can become symbolic.

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