He had that self-reproachful feeling of having been remiss which comes to Generals who wake up one morning to discover that they have carelessly allowed themselves to be outflanked.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Generals feel guilty when they realize they let enemies sneak past them.
- In plain terms
- Leaders feel bad when they forget to watch the sides.
- What can you take from it?
- Vigilance prevents surprise defeats.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where have you been inattentive?
- How do you handle oversight?
Another view
It focuses on military metaphors that may not fit daily life.
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