If you don't know what to do with many of the papers piled on your desk, stick a dozen colleagues initials on them and pass them along. When in doubt, route.

Summary

This quote suggests a humorous and somewhat tongue-in-cheek approach to tackling overwhelming tasks or decisions. If someone is unsure about how to handle a stack of papers or make a decision, the quote suggests assigning the responsibility to others by passing the work along with their initials. It implies that sometimes it is okay to delegate or seek assistance when faced with uncertainty or a heavy workload. The quote playfully emphasizes the importance of taking action rather than being paralyzed by indecisiveness or being overwhelmed.

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