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“Apple's goal isn't to make money. Our goal is to design and develop and bring to market good products.” quote by Jonathan Ive
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“Apple's goal isn't to make money. Our goal is to design and develop and bring to market good products.”

Jonathan Ive

About This Quote

Source Speech: Apple Design Philosophy, 2010

Apple prioritizes creating valuable products over profit, focusing on design and development excellence.

In simple terms: Design over profit.

Key Takeaway

Focus on creating valuable products.

Themes

design innovation product development

Mood

inspired purposeful

Type

visionary mission‑driven

When to use this quote

  • product launches
  • design workshops
  • team brainstorming
  • market research

Key Concepts

User‑centered design quality brand purpose

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can profit goals be balanced with design excellence?
  • What incentives foster product‑first thinking?
A Different Perspective

Profit motives can limit creative risk‑taking.

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