Thomas Jefferson made a comment about the Presidency and age. He said that one should not worry about one's exact chronological age in reference to his ability to perform one's task. And ever since he told me that - [laughter] - I stopped worrying.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reagan uses humor to dismiss concerns about aging and leadership ability.
- In plain terms
- He stopped worrying about age after hearing Jefferson's advice.
- What can you take from it?
- Age should not dictate perceived capability to lead.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does age matter in leadership?
- How do you handle concerns about capability?
Another view
It relies on anecdotal rather than objective evidence.
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