a new broom sweeps clean, but the old brush knows all the corners

Definice a význam slova „a new broom sweeps clean, but the old brush knows all the corners“ v angličtině

a new broom sweeps clean, but the old brush knows all the corners
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used to suggest that while the new may bring efficiency, the old has valuable experience and knowledge, and so combining both can lead to optimal outcomes

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The new executive director had big plans for the organization, but it was the long-time volunteers who knew the community and its needs. A new broom sweeps clean, but the old brush knows all the corners.
a new broom sweeps clean
a new broom sweeps clean
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used to imply that a new person, who is not yet set in their ways, is more efficient and effective in implementing change than someone who has been in the position for a long time

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After a lot of turnover, they finally found a new supervisor who was able to implement changes that improved productivity. A new broom sweeps clean, after all.
After years of mismanagement, they hired a new CEO to turn things around. A new broom sweeps clean, as they say.
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