Asks Quote by Bill Gates
“Microsoft looks at new ideas, they don't evaluate whether the idea will move the industry forward, they ask, 'how will it help us sell more copies of Windows?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Microsoft Developer Conference, 1995
Innovation is judged by profit potential rather than transformative impact.
In simple terms: Ideas are valued by sales, not vision.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize impact over profit.
Themes
innovation
profit
industry
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
business
critical
When to use this quote
- startup pitches
- product development
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
business strategy
technology adoption
Questions to Reflect On
- How can companies balance profit with visionary goals?
- What incentives foster true innovation?
A Different Perspective
May stifle groundbreaking but non‑profitable ideas.
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