Better Quote by William Bernbach
“Never do anything yourself that you can hire someone else to do, especially if they can do it better.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Scientific Advertising by Claude C. Hopkins, 1923
Delegate tasks to experts when they can perform better, freeing your time for higher‑value work.
In simple terms: Hire experts to do what they do better.
Key Takeaway
Focus on what only you can do.
Themes
productivity
delegation
expertise
Mood
pragmatic
strategic
Type
advice
business
When to use this quote
- business management
- personal productivity
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
Opportunity cost
comparative advantage
Questions to Reflect On
- What tasks could you outsource to improve outcomes?
- How do you ensure quality when delegating?
A Different Perspective
Delegating may reduce personal skill development.
