Quote by Lou Gerstner

You have to be fast on your feet and adaptive or else a strategy is useless.

You have to be fast on your feet and adaptive or else a stra

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of being quick thinking and adaptable in order for a strategy to be effective. Merely having a plan in place is insufficient if one is unable to think and react swiftly to changing circumstances. By highlighting the need for being "fast on your feet," the quote suggests that being adaptable is a crucial attribute to ensure that strategic plans can be successfully executed and adjusted as needed. Ultimately, it reinforces the idea that flexibility and agility are essential aspects of strategic thinking and implementation.

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