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“We're not proud, we're not egotistical. If someone is doing something better than we are, let's copy and paste when we should and when we can.” quote by Doug McMillon
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“We're not proud, we're not egotistical. If someone is doing something better than we are, let's copy and paste when we should and when we can.”

Doug McMillon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Encourages humility and learning from others by copying successful practices when appropriate.

In simple terms: Copy good ideas, stay modest.

Key Takeaway

Adopt best practices openly.

Themes

humility learning collaboration efficiency

Mood

professional pragmatic

Type

leadership business

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • team meetings
  • industry conferences
  • skill development

Key Concepts

benchmarking continuous improvement knowledge sharing

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you innovate instead of copying?
  • How do you balance humility with confidence?
A Different Perspective

Risk of stifling innovation if copying becomes default.

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