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“In aviation, 'good enough' is basically a four-letter word. In business, it's a slow, insidious killer” quote by Greg Born
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““In aviation, 'good enough' is basically a four-letter word. In business, it's a slow, insidious killer””

Greg Born

About This Quote

The statement contrasts aviation’s strict safety standards with business’s tolerance for mediocrity, warning that complacency can be deadly.

In simple terms: In aviation, safety is non‑negotiable; in business, “good enough” can kill.

Key Takeaway

Demand high standards in all fields.

Themes

safety performance complacency

Mood

critical urgent

Type

cautionary motivational

When to use this quote

  • airline operations
  • startup management
  • product development
  • healthcare
  • construction

Key Concepts

risk management quality control organizational culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • What standards do you compromise on?
  • How can you raise the bar in your work?
A Different Perspective

Good enough may be acceptable in low‑risk tasks but not in high‑risk ones.

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