Observing many companies in action, I am unable to point to a single instance in which stunning results were gotten without the active and personal leadership of the upper managers.
Joseph M. JuranRead
Goal setting has traditionally been based on past performance. This practice has tended to perpetuate the sins of the past.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Goal setting should focus on future possibilities instead of being limited by past performances.
In this quote, Joseph M. Juran highlights the limitations of traditional goal setting approaches that rely heavily on past performance metrics. He suggests that such methods can inhibit progress and perpetuate previous failures, urging individuals and organizations to set goals that envision a better future rather than being constrained by historical shortcomings.
Themes
Goal SettingPerformanceFutureSuccessMotivation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about innovation and progress.
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