Simon Sinek Quotes & Sayings (Page 5)

“In the military, they give medals for people who are willing to sacrifice themselves so that others may survive. In business, we give bonuses to people who sacrifice others.”

“Money is a short-term result that incentivizes short-term decision making.”

“I like stories of the classic hero, of good versus evil, the ones in which the good guys wear white and the bad guys wear black... and I love a good sword fight.”

“Leave America and you'll find that the consumers in many other countries enjoy watching advertising. Not because the products are better, but because the ads are produced to be entertaining. Sometimes they are funny. Sometimes they are dramatic. Sometimes they are just beautiful.”

“There are two kinds of experts: academic experts and practical experts. One is not better than the other, but they are very different, and each offers very different value.”

“At the end of the day, humans are social animals and we are at our best when we get to do things with others who appreciate and enjoy what we enjoy. It's what keeps us human.”

“Offer someone the opportunity to rebuild a company or reinvent an industry as the primary incentive, and it will attract those drawn to the challenge first and the money second.”

“To become an academic expert takes years of studying. Academic experts are experts in how and what others have done. They use case studies and observation to understand a subject.”

“Corporate culture matters. How management chooses to treat its people impacts everything - for better or for worse.”

“A friend is an emotional bond, just like friendship is a human experience.”