Business Quote by Alan C. Greenberg
““The only statistic I care about is return on equity. After many sessions with some of our business school graduates (yes, we do have some), I think they have helped me understand the secret to improving our R.O.E. It seems that if we increase revenues and cut expenses, return on equity goes up and that is what makes me happy. Please make me happy! I can be very unpleasant when I’m not.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Annual Shareholder Meeting, Alan C. Greenberg, 1995
Focus on revenue growth and expense cuts to boost return on equity, which drives happiness.
In simple terms: Boost equity by growing revenue and cutting costs.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize profit drivers.
Themes
finance
leadership
happiness
performance
Mood
determined
businesslike
Type
professional
motivational
When to use this quote
- business planning
- budget reviews
- investment decisions
- team meetings
Key Concepts
economics
strategic management
Questions to Reflect On
- How balance profit with culture?
- What non‑financial goals matter?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on metrics may neglect employee well‑being.
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