Better Quote by Susan Rice
““Progress is the product of human agency. Things get better because we make them better.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, 2015
Human effort drives improvement; progress results from intentional actions.
In simple terms: People improve things by acting.
Key Takeaway
Act to shape outcomes.
Themes
agency
progress
humanism
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
inspirational
political
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community projects
- personal development
- innovation
Key Concepts
Intentionality
cause and effect
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you increase agency in your work?
- What barriers limit collective action?
A Different Perspective
Progress can stall without resources or cooperation.
