A good quote has the power to change how we work. Here are 10 of our favorite quotes on how to create a great organization:
On productivity.
“Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.”- Paul J. Meyer
On planning.
“We always plan too much and always think too little.”- Joseph Schumpeter, economist
On organizational learning.
“An organization’s ability to learn, and translate that learning into action rapidly, is the ultimate competitive advantage.”- Jack Welch, former GE CEO
On strategy.
“The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do.”- Michael Porter
On prioritization.
“The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.”- Stephen Covey
On life.
“There are three constants in life: change, choice, principles.”- Stephen Covey
On attitude.
“Take the attitude of a student, never be too big to ask questions, never know too much to learn something new.”- OG Mandiho,
On preparation.
“Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.”- Alexander Graham Bell
On concentration.
“Concentrate all your thoughts upon the work at hand. The sun’s rays do not burn until brought to a focus.”- Alexander Graham Bell
On questioning.
“The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.”- Albert Einstein, physicist
