Quote by Donald Rumsfeld

You will launch many projects, but have time to finish only a few. So think, plan, develop, launch and tap good people to be responsible. Give them authority and hold them accountable. Trying to do too much yourself creates a bottleneck.

You will launch many projects, but have time to finish only

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of effective project management and delegation. With limited time, it acknowledges that although one may have numerous ideas and initiatives, it is crucial to carefully select and prioritize projects. By thinking, planning, developing, and launching projects, one can maximize productivity. However, to avoid overwhelming oneself, it is essential to find competent and responsible individuals to delegate tasks to. Granting them the necessary authority and holding them accountable not only enables efficient teamwork but also prevents a bottleneck caused by trying to handle everything independently.

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