Arguments of convenience lack integrity and inevitably trip you up.
DONALD RUMSFELDIf in doubt, don’t. If still in doubt, do what’s right.
More Donald Rumsfeld Quotes
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There are no “knowns.” There are things we know that we know. There are known unknowns. That is to say there are things that we now know we don’t know. But there are also unknown unknowns. There are things we do not know we don’t know.
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With the press there is no ‘off the record.’
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If the staff lacks policy guidance against which to test decisions, their decisions will be random.
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Be able to resign. It will improve your value to the President and do wonders for your performance.
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If in doubt, move decisions up to the President.
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Don’t necessarily avoid sharp edges. Occasionally they are necessary to leadership.
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Amidst all the clutter, beyond all the obstacles, aside from all the static, are the goals set. Put your head down, do the best job possible, let the flak pass, and work towards those goals.
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Don’t blame the boss. He has enough problems.
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Everyone’s saying you can’t do anything until you can do everything.
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Every day is filled with numerous opportunities for serious error. Enjoy it.
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Let your family, staff, and friends know that you’re still the same person, despite all the publicity and notoriety that accompanies your position.
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Think ahead. Don’t let day-to-day operations drive out planning.
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Be precise. A lack of precision is dangerous when the margin of error is small.
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You go to war with the army you have, not the army you might want or wish to have at a later time.
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If you develop rules, never have more than ten.
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