One of the things I do know about investment from around…
“One of the things I do know about investment from around the world and job creators: they won't come to British Columbia if our attitude is well, "no," or all of our processes are just going to be a way of making sure you can't get to "yes." They'll just go somewhere else. Those jobs will be somewhere else.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Negative attitudes and bureaucratic barriers deter investment; openness and efficiency attract jobs.
In simple terms: Positive policies attract jobs.
Key Takeaway
Create welcoming, efficient processes.
Themes
economy
investment
policy
attitude
Mood
pragmatic
optimistic
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- government agencies
- business negotiations
- regional planning
Key Concepts
public administration
economic development
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can reduce red tape?
- How to balance regulation and openness?
A Different Perspective
Changing attitudes may be insufficient without broader reforms.