01UndatedReports that say that something hasn't happened are always interesting to me, because as we know, there are known knowns; there are things we know we know. We also know there are known unknowns; that is to say we know there are some things we do not know. But there are also unknown unknowns- the ones we don't know we don't know.Donald Rumsfeld / quote ↗
02UndatedThose who made the decisions with imperfect knowledge will be judged in hindsight by those with considerably more information at their disposal and time for reflection.Donald Rumsfeld / quote ↗
03UndatedThere are known knowns, things we know that we know; and there are known unknowns, things that we know we don't know. But there are also unknown unknowns, things we do not know we don't know.Donald Rumsfeld / quote ↗
06UndatedLet your family, staff, and friends know that you're still the same person, despite all the publicity and notoriety that accompanies your position.Donald Rumsfeld / quote ↗
07UndatedDon't necessarily avoid sharp edges. Occasionally they are necessary to leadership.Donald Rumsfeld / quote ↗
08UndatedIn our system leadership is by consent, not command. To lead a President must persuade. Personal contacts and experiences help shape his thinking. They can be critical to his persuasiveness and thus to his leadership.Donald Rumsfeld / quote ↗
09UndatedPresidential leadership needn't always cost money. Look for low- and no-cost options. They can be surprisingly effective.Donald Rumsfeld / quote ↗
10UndatedBe yourself. Follow your instincts. Success depends, at least in part, on the ability to 'carry it off.'Donald Rumsfeld / quote ↗
