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“Encourage innovation. Change is our lifeblood, stagnation our death knell.” quote by David Ogilvy
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“Encourage innovation. Change is our lifeblood, stagnation our death knell.”

David Ogilvy

About This Quote

Source Speech: Advertising Conference, 1972

He urges continual innovation, stating stagnation leads to decline.

In simple terms: Innovation is essential; stagnation is fatal.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change to stay vital.

Themes

innovation change business vitality

Mood

motivational urgent

Type

business creative

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • brand evolution
  • organizational culture

Key Concepts

marketing creative strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What innovations could revitalize your work?
  • How do you manage the fear of change?
A Different Perspective

Innovation can be costly and risky.

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