No one wants to hear everything that's in your head. They just want you to live up to what comes out of your mouth.
Adam GrantRead
A resilient culture has a certain amount of resistance embedded in it. Not so much to capsize it, but enough so that it doesn't atrophy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A resilient culture needs to maintain some resistance to avoid stagnation and ensure growth.
In this quote, Adam Grant emphasizes that for a culture to be truly resilient, it must possess a balance of resistanceβan ability to withstand challenges without being overwhelmed. This resistance is vital not only to prevent deterioration but also to foster an environment where innovation and adaptability can thrive, helping the culture evolve rather than stagnate.
Themes
ResilienceCultureGrowthAdaptabilityChallenges
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting discussing the importance of maintaining a dynamic work environment, one might quote Adam Grant to emphasize resilience.
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