Famous quote by John Kenneth Galbraith

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In any great organization it is far, far safer to be wrong with the majority than to be right alone
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"In any great organization it is far, far safer to be wrong with the majority than to be right alone"

- John Kenneth Galbraith

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John Kenneth Galbraith's quote speaks with the significance of becoming part of a team. He is suggesting that it is better to be incorrect with the bulk than to be best alone. This is due to the fact that when you become part of a team, you can depend on the cumulative knowledge of the group to help you make the best decision. Becoming part of a team also supplies a safeguard in case you slip up. If you are incorrect with the bulk, you can gain from the mistakes of the group and avoid making the exact same error in the future. This quote also speaks with the value of cooperation and collaborating in order to achieve success. By collaborating, teams can utilize the strengths of each person to develop a better result. Eventually, this quote is a reminder that it is better to be part of a team than to go it alone.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Kenneth Galbraith between October 15, 1908 and April 29, 2006. He/she was a famous Economist from USA. The author also have 47 other quotes.

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