Quote by Oliver A. Fick

Business leaders often get credit for the successful decisions that were forced on them.

Business leaders often get credit for the successful decisio

Summary

This quote highlights the perception that business leaders sometimes receive praise for successful outcomes that may have been the result of circumstances beyond their control. It suggests that leaders are sometimes not solely responsible for the positive outcomes in their organizations, but rather they are forced to make certain decisions due to external factors or ongoing situations. The quote challenges the idea of attributing all success to an individual leader's competence or strategic vision, emphasizing the role of external influences in shaping outcomes.

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Decisions

By Oliver A. Fick

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