Product Quote by Havelock Ellis
“The by-product is sometimes more valuable than the product.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Psychology of Sex, 1910
Secondary outcomes can be more valuable than the primary product, highlighting the importance of unexpected benefits.
In simple terms: Side effects may be more valuable than the main product.
Key Takeaway
Look for hidden value in outcomes.
Themes
innovation
unexpected benefits
value creation
secondary outcomes
Mood
inquisitive
analytical
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marketing strategy
- product design
- R&D
- science experiments
Key Concepts
product development
research
entrepreneurship
creative processes
Questions to Reflect On
- What unexpected benefits have you discovered?
- How can you capture secondary value?
A Different Perspective
Secondary value may be overlooked without deliberate analysis.
