Sustainability can't be like some sort of a moral sacrifice or political dilemma or a philanthropical cause. It has to be a design challenge.
I don't have to come up with the best idea. It is my job to make sure that it is always the best idea that wins.
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What this quote means
Great leadership is about creating an environment where the best ideas can flourish, rather than just personal ideation.
This quote emphasizes the role of a leader in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. It suggests that rather than focusing solely on their own ideas, leaders should prioritize ensuring that the best ideas, regardless of their source, are given a chance to succeed. This approach encourages teamwork and values contributions from all members of a group or organization, ultimately leading to better outcomes.
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Example use cases
In a team meeting to encourage open discussion, you might say this quote to emphasize that every idea should be evaluated fairly.
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Design our world so that we have positive social and environmental side effects.
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I believe that architecture, as anything else in life, is evolutionary. Ideas evolve; they don't come from outer space and crash into the drawing board.
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