Hang Quote by Eric Schmidt
“We weren't here to hope and hang on. We wanted to win.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Google Leadership Summit, 2015
The team prioritized decisive action and victory over passive optimism, emphasizing proactive ambition.
In simple terms: Act, don’t just hope.
Key Takeaway
Focus on winning, not just hoping.
Themes
ambition
strategy
teamwork
Mood
determined
focused
Type
inspirational
leadership
When to use this quote
- business planning
- sports teams
- startup launches
- project management
Key Concepts
goal setting
competitive mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- What does winning mean to you?
- How do you balance hope and action?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on winning can neglect learning from failures.
