Better Quote by Barack Obama
“I always tell my staff, "Better is good." I'll take better every time, because better is hard.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Democratic National Convention, 2012
Encourages staff to aim higher, acknowledging that improvement is challenging but worthwhile.
In simple terms: Strive for better, even when it's tough.
Key Takeaway
Aim higher despite difficulty.
Themes
leadership
motivation
continuous improvement
challenge
work ethic
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
leadership
motivational
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- performance reviews
- goal setting
- learning from setbacks
Key Concepts
growth mindset
excellence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance high expectations with employee well‑being?
- What strategies keep improvement sustainable?
A Different Perspective
Constantly raising standards can cause burnout.
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