Commitment Quote by Walter Wriston
“I walk into all these organizations, and I'm always puzzled when I realize that people still want to be there. Most people really want to love their organizations. We need that level of commitment ... Yet organizations have done very little to deserve that kind of staying-power.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Business Leadership, 1995
The speaker notes a mismatch between employee loyalty and organizational effort, calling for deeper commitment.
In simple terms: Employees love their firms, but firms often don’t earn it.
Key Takeaway
Build organizations that truly earn loyalty.
Themes
leadership
organizational culture
employee engagement
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
business
reflective
When to use this quote
- company retreats
- feedback loops
- career development programs
Key Concepts
trust
purpose
mutual commitment
Questions to Reflect On
- What can leaders do to earn loyalty?
- How do you measure genuine commitment?
A Different Perspective
Changing culture is slow and costly.
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