Quote by Milton Berle

A committee is a group that keeps minutes and loses hours.

A committee is a group that keeps minutes and loses hours.

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the inefficiency and time-consuming nature of committee meetings. It suggests that while committees may be intended to make decisions or solve problems, much time can be wasted in discussions, debates, and endless deliberations. While the minutes of these meetings are duly recorded, the actual progress made towards a solution or accomplishing a task may be minimal, resulting in the loss of valuable hours that could have been utilized more productively. The quote emphasizes the potential disadvantages of excessive bureaucracy and the need for efficient decision-making processes.

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By Milton Berle

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