Quote by C. Northcote Parkinson

A committee is organic rather than mechanical in its nature: it is not a structure but a plant. It takes root and grows, it flowers, wilts, and dies, scattering the seed from which other committees will bloom in their turn.

A committee is organic rather than mechanical in its nature:

Summary

This quote suggests that a committee is not a rigid and fixed structure, but rather a living and evolving entity. Like a plant, a committee has a life cycle; it starts, thrives, declines, and eventually disbands, leaving behind the potential for new committees to emerge. The comparison highlights the organic nature of committees, emphasizing their ability to adapt, transform, and reproduce. Just as plants produce seeds for the growth of future plants, committees leave a legacy that allows for the formation of subsequent committees in the future.

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By C. Northcote Parkinson

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