Accepting Quote by Wilbur L. Creech
“I'm not wild about accepting responsibility without authority. Why should my people be?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Seminar, 1975
Accepting responsibility without authority creates a mismatch that can demotivate subordinates and undermine effectiveness.
In simple terms: Authority and responsibility should align.
Match authority with responsibility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team management
- project oversight
- delegation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders empower teams when they lack formal power?
- What structures support shared authority?
Without authority, responsibility may become a burden rather than a motivator.