Quote by Fred A. Allen

A molehill man is a pseudo-busy executive who comes to work at 9 am and finds a molehill on his desk. He has until 5 p.m. to make this molehill into a mountain. An accomplished molehill man will often have his mountain finished before lunch.

A molehill man is a pseudo-busy executive who comes to work

Summary

The quote is a playful metaphor referring to individuals who exaggerate and blow small tasks or issues out of proportion, making them seem more important or complex than they actually are. It highlights the tendency of some people to transform minor challenges into major ones, possibly to give themselves a sense of significance or to appear productive. It suggests that truly efficient individuals can complete their tasks swiftly and effortlessly, without unnecessarily creating unnecessary complications.

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By Fred A. Allen

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