Concerned Quote by Alex Campbell
“As a consequence, progress has come to mean simply more power, more profit, more productivity, more paper prosperity, all of which are convertible into standards concerned only with size or magnitude rather than quality or excellence.”
About This Quote
Modern progress is measured by quantitative growth—power, profit, productivity—while neglecting qualitative values like excellence and integrity.
In simple terms: Progress focuses on size, not quality.
Key Takeaway
Metrics prioritize magnitude over merit.
Themes
economics
culture
values
productivity
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
sociopolitical
observational
When to use this quote
- corporate KPI setting
- government policy debates
- personal career planning
Key Concepts
growth vs. development
ethical trade‑offs
Practical Applications
- balance quantitative goals with qualitative reviews
- introduce ethical impact assessments
Questions to Reflect On
- What indicators could capture excellence?
- How might societies shift from size‑centric to quality‑centric metrics?
