Doing the right thing Quote by Guy Kawasaki
“Better to fail at doing the right thing than to succeed at doing the wrong thing.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Talk at Startup Grind, 2014
Choosing ethical actions over successful outcomes preserves integrity and long‑term trust.
In simple terms: Do the right thing, even if you lose.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize ethics over short‑term gain.
Themes
ethics
integrity
leadership
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal choices
- political policy
- organizational culture
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
consequentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice to stay ethical?
- How do you balance profit and principle?
A Different Perspective
Success achieved by unethical means can erode credibility.
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