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“A feeling I got from working at Google was that technology could solve any problem. Yes, it's fantastic, but what I realized later was there's technology, and there's people. Google had its list ordered: Technology. People. And I think the right order is: People. Technology.” quote by Biz Stone
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“A feeling I got from working at Google was that technology could solve any problem. Yes, it's fantastic, but what I realized later was there's technology, and there's people. Google had its list ordered: Technology. People. And I think the right order is: People. Technology.”

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Technology alone cannot solve problems; people must be prioritized over technology.

In simple terms: People matter more than technology.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize human needs first.

Themes

technology human-centered design prioritization

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • policy making
  • team management

Key Concepts

human values ethical tech organizational culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can organizations put people before tech?
  • What are examples of tech failing without human focus?
A Different Perspective

Technology can be misused if people are ignored.

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