Quote by Charles Franklin Kettering

If you want to kill any idea in the world today, get a committee working on it.

If you want to kill any idea in the world today, get a commi

Summary

This quote highlights the negative impact of committees on the progress and implementation of ideas. It suggests that when a group of individuals comes together to work on an idea, the collaborative effort can sometimes stifle creativity and obstruct the idea's success. By seeking input and consensus from multiple people, the inherent complexities and compromises involved in decision-making can slow down or altogether kill the idea. The quote emphasizes the need for individuals or smaller, agile teams to foster innovation and bring ideas to life more effectively.

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