Army Quote by Sun Tzu
“The general that hearkens to my counsel and acts upon it, will conquer: let such a one be retained in command! The general that hearkens not to my counsel nor acts upon it, will suffer defeat: - let such a one be dismissed!”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of War, 5th century BC
A leader who follows wise counsel succeeds, while one who ignores it fails; thus, retain good advisors and dismiss bad ones.
In simple terms: Follow good advice, discard bad.
Key Takeaway
Choose and keep wise advisors.
Themes
leadership
advice
decision-making
Mood
strategic
pragmatic
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- military command
- business management
- team projects
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
strategic wisdom
authority
accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- Who are your trusted advisors?
- How do you evaluate counsel?
A Different Perspective
Advice may be misinterpreted or misapplied.
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