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I worked with a group of people who argued day and night - professors, officials, the Minister of Finance - but there we
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"I worked with a group of people who argued day and night - professors, officials, the Minister of Finance - but there were decisions that I had to make"

- Shimon Peres

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This quote by Shimon Peres speaks with the value of management and decision-making. It suggests that even when surrounded by people with various opinions and viewpoints, it is ultimately as much as the leader to make the final decision. Peres was most likely referring to his time as Prime Minister of Israel, where he needed to make difficult decisions in the face of argument from his associates. This quote highlights the value of having a strong leader who is able to make decisions in spite of opposition. It likewise talks to the need for a leader to be able to listen to various viewpoints and weigh them thoroughly prior to making a decision. Peres' quote is a pointer that even in the face of dispute, a leader must be able to make the best choice for the greater good.

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Israel Flag This quote is written / told by Shimon Peres somewhere between August 21, 1923 and today. He/she was a famous Statesman from Israel. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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