Quote by C. Northcote Parkinson

The Law of Triviality... briefly stated, it means that the time spent on any item of the agenda will be in inverse proportion to the sum involved.

The Law of Triviality... briefly stated, it means that the t

Summary

The Law of Triviality suggests that the more insignificant an issue or topic is, the more time and attention will be dedicated to discussing it. In other words, people tend to focus on trivial matters rather than important ones. This concept highlights how individuals often spend excessive time deliberating over small details, while neglecting more significant issues that require attention.

By C. Northcote Parkinson

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