Growth Quote by Jason Fried
““In this world very few leaps of progress arrive exclusively as benefits””
About This Quote
Source Book: Rework, Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson, 2010
Progress often comes with trade‑offs; benefits rarely arrive without costs.
In simple terms: Progress has costs; benefits aren't free.
Weigh benefits against hidden costs.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product development
- policy making
- investment decisions
- technology adoption
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden costs accompany your latest breakthrough?
- Are you prepared to address them?
Ignoring costs can lead to unsustainable growth.