To lead men, you have to lead them with affection.
— J. R. D. TataHis Biographers remark quoted in “Believing in Perfection” in New India Digest
Use itGS4: lead teams with affection, not fear (JRD Tata).
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J. R. D. Tata quotes for UPSC
4 sourced quotes by J. R. D. Tata on leadership, governance & administration, economy, development & poverty, work, excellence & success, with a use case for each in GS4, Essay and interviews.
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At the Crossroads.The effective execution of a Plan is what counts and not mere planning on paper; it is not what we put on our plate or even what we eat that provides nourishment and growth, but what we digest.
— J. R. D. TataThe Central Advisory Council of Industries, New Delhi, August 13, 1965
Use itGS2/GS3: policy implementation matters more than planning on paper.
I don't want India to be an economic superpower. I want India to be a happy country.
— J. R. D. TataIn the article “The business ethics of J.R.D. Tata” in The Hindu dated 29 July 2005
Use itEssay on GDP vs well-being; happiness over superpower status (JRD Tata).
His Biographer remarked: Of course, ‘Sir, you believe in excellence.' JRD Tata) retorted sharply, 'Not excellence. Perfection. You aim for perfection, you will attain excellence. If you aim for excellence, you will go lower.
— J. R. D. TataHis Biographers remark quoted in “Believing in Perfection” in New India Digest
Use itLife/Interview: aim for perfection to achieve excellence (JRD Tata).