Consult with others before making important decisions such as appointing a leader or taking on any other responsibility.

This hadith speaks of the importance of leadership and how it should be appointed. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is saying that if he was to appoint someone as a leader without any consultation, his choice would be Ibn Umm 'Abd. This shows us the importance of appointing leaders with wisdom and thoughtfulness, rather than just randomly choosing someone for the role. It also shows us that we should take into consideration who is best suited for the job when making decisions about leadership roles. Furthermore, this hadith teaches us to consult with others before making important decisions such as appointing a leader or taking on any other responsibility.