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“I definitely have a shareholders' perspective. I'm not doing that altruistically. I'm doing that because it's in my own self interest to do it. I think that's good for my other shareholders because they go along with me: If I do well for myself, then they do well for themselves.” quote by Harold Simmons
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“I definitely have a shareholders' perspective. I'm not doing that altruistically. I'm doing that because it's in my own self interest to do it. I think that's good for my other shareholders because they go along with me: If I do well for myself, then they do well for themselves.”

Harold Simmons

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business Insider, 1995

He prioritizes personal gain, believing it aligns with shareholders' interests.

In simple terms: Self‑interest benefits shareholders.

Key Takeaway

Align personal and shareholder goals.

Themes

self‑interest shareholder value business ethics

Mood

pragmatic analytical

Type

business ethical

When to use this quote

  • corporate decision making
  • investment strategy
  • leadership
  • ethical debates

Key Concepts

rational self‑interest alignment of incentives

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does personal gain translate to collective benefit?
  • When can self‑interest conflict with ethical duties?
A Different Perspective

May neglect broader stakeholder impact.

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