Complacency Quote by Charles Koch
“Success is one of the worst enemies of success, because success tends to breed complacency and lack of humility.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: CNBC, 2018
Success can create a false sense of security, leading to complacency and loss of humility.
In simple terms: Success may breed arrogance.
Stay humble despite achievements.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- entrepreneurship
- team management
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you check your ego after a win?
- What habits keep you grounded?
Humility can be hard to maintain when praised constantly.