College Quote by Charlie Munger
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“I get flack for saying [when I visit a college and give a speech], "This is a nice college, but the really great educator is McDonald's." They hate me for saying this and think I'm a slimy creature. But McDonald's hires people with bad work habits, trains them, and teaches them to come to work on time and have good work habits. I think a lot of what goes on there is better than at Harvard.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: College address, date unspecified
He compares McDonald's training to elite education, arguing practical work habits can surpass academic prestige.
In simple terms: Real-world training can be more valuable than elite schooling.
Key Takeaway
Value practical experience.
Themes
education
work ethic
pragmatism
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career advice
- business education
- skill development
Key Concepts
human resources
training methods
Questions to Reflect On
- What practical habits have you learned outside school?
- Can prestige and practical training coexist?
A Different Perspective
Not all practical training is high quality; elite institutions offer broader knowledge.
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