Build Quote by Graham Hawkes
“If you build a Model T and you can see the Camry, you don't spend time tinkering with the T; you go straight to the next thing. Once you build the Camry, you can see the Ferrari, so you go straight to that.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Talk on iterative product development, 2020
Advancing to better models is faster when you can see the next level, so you skip incremental tinkering on older versions.
In simple terms: Skip minor upgrades, aim for the next big improvement.
Key Takeaway
Focus on the next breakthrough.
Themes
innovation
progress
product development
Mood
forward‑looking
determined
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- software engineering
- automotive design
- startup pivots
- R&D planning
Key Concepts
iteration
technology adoption
strategic scaling
Questions to Reflect On
- What next version could you aim for now?
- How do you decide when to move on?
A Different Perspective
Skipping steps may overlook valuable learning from intermediate versions.
