Building Quote by Jason Fried
“What matters is: Are you profitable? Are you building something great? Are you taking care of your people? Are you treating your customers well?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Startup conference, 2018
Success should be measured by profit, product quality, employee care, and customer treatment.
In simple terms: Focus on profit, product, people, and customers.
Key Takeaway
Balance financial health with product excellence and stakeholder care.
Themes
business
leadership
values
customer service
Mood
thoughtful
pragmatic
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- company strategy
- performance reviews
- customer feedback loops
- team meetings
Key Concepts
profitability
product excellence
employee wellbeing
Questions to Reflect On
- What trade‑offs exist between profit and product quality?
- How can companies ensure employee care while staying profitable?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on profit can neglect innovation.
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