Abundance Quote by Edward Conard
“When I look around, I see a world of unrealized opportunities for improvements, an abundance of talented people able to take the risks necessary to make improvements, but a shortage of people and investors willing to take those risks.”
About This Quote
Source Article: “Investing in Innovation”, Harvard Business Review, 2018
There are many opportunities and talent, but a lack of risk‑taking investors.
In simple terms: Talented people see chances, yet investors shy away from risk.
Key Takeaway
Encourage risk‑tolerant investment.
Themes
innovation
risk
talent
Mood
analytical
optimistic
Type
business
economic
When to use this quote
- startup funding
- R&D projects
- social enterprises
- policy making
Key Concepts
venture capital
entrepreneurship
economic development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can investors balance risk and reward?
- What incentives foster bold investments?
A Different Perspective
Risk aversion can be rational in volatile markets.
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