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Adversity Quote by Jensen Huang

“I don't think you can create culture and develop core values during great times. I think it's when the company faces adversity of extraordinary proportions, when there's no reason for the company to survive, when you're looking at incredible odds - that's when culture is developed, character is…” quote by Jensen Huang
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“I don't think you can create culture and develop core values during great times. I think it's when the company faces adversity of extraordinary proportions, when there's no reason for the company to survive, when you're looking at incredible odds - that's when culture is developed, character is developed.”

Jensen Huang

About This Quote

Source Interview: Bloomberg Tech, 2020

Culture and core values emerge strongest during extreme adversity, not in easy times.

In simple terms: Culture forms in crises.

Key Takeaway

Build resilient culture by facing challenges.

Themes

culture adversity character leadership

Mood

determined inspired

Type

business leadership

When to use this quote

  • company crises
  • market downturns
  • product failures

Key Concepts

organizational behavior resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does crisis reveal true values?
  • What steps strengthen culture in tough times?
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