My biggest concern is that America is drifting towards mediocrity and that people don't recognize - and by people I'm meaning Washington… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
I believe life is a series of near misses. A lot of what we ascribe to luck is not luck at all.… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
There are moments in our lives when we summon the courage to make choices that go against reason, against common sense and… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
I do feel, in a sense, the rules of engagement for citizenship has changed, and we must encourage other people to speak… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
My parents really wanted me to get out of New York, be exposed to other people, other ways of life. — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
In the 1960s, if you introduced a new product to America, 90% of the people who viewed it for the first time… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
I've traveled around the world, and what's so revealing is that, despite the differences in culture, politics, language, how people dress, there… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
It's ironic that no matter where I go, I meet people from Brooklyn. I'm proud of that heritage. It's where I'm from,… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
Starbucks has a role and a meaningful relationship with people that is not only about the coffee. — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
You can't build any kind of organization if you're not going to surround yourself with people who have experience and skill base… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
For Starbucks, there will be no shortage of the highest-quality arabica beans. I suspect that for some others there could potentially be a problem,… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
If you look at coffee, tea, food and juice, we think there are inherent opportunities. If you look at health bars or grab-and-go products… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
The success of the Starbucks has been based on this balance between profitability and a social conscience. Everywhere we're doing business, were trying to… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
Companies should not have a singular view of profitability. There needs to be a balance between commerce and social responsibility... The companies that are… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
While their service is ending, our responsibility is just beginning! — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
“Living in the same city as Microsoft, I’m only too aware that, even in low-technology businesses like coffee, the Next Big Thing could knock… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
We have a big opportunity in China. We think the number of stores here can rival the number in North America. — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
Starbucks is not an advertiser; people think we are a great marketing company, but in fact we spend very little money on marketing and… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
We woke up one day, and all the sudden Starbucks was in the middle of this political crossfire between the people who want to… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
I'm in a different position than most CEO's. I'm a founder. I'm not a hired CEO. Now, I can be fired by the board,… — Howard Schultz Copy Share Image
