Quote by Fletcher Knebel

Decision: Something a man makes when he cannot get anyone to serve on a committee.

Decision: Something a man makes when he cannot get anyone to

Summary

This humorous quote conveys the idea that a decision is made by an individual when they lack the support or assistance of others. It suggests that if a man cannot find anyone willing to be part of a committee or gather a consensus, he has no choice but to make a decision on his own. The quote highlights the sometimes necessary role of individual decision-making in situations where it is challenging to find consensus or cooperation.

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By Fletcher Knebel

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