Appetite Quote by George Gilder
“Capitalists are motivated not chiefly by the desire to consume wealth or indulge their appetites, but by the freedom and power to consummate their entrepreneurial ideas.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Wealth and Poverty", 1981
Capitalists are driven not by consumption but by the desire for freedom and power to realize entrepreneurial visions.
In simple terms: Entrepreneurship seeks freedom and influence, not just consumption.
Foster environments that empower innovative ventures.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup incubators
- policy reform
- venture capital
- education programs
- community networking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can entrepreneurship serve broader societal good?
- What checks prevent power abuse?
Excessive focus on power can ignore social equity.