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Lame Quote by Mark Zuckerberg

“The grounds are our thing is cool and popular, and Harvard Connection is lame! Wardo, I didn't use any of their code, I promise, I didn't use anything! Look, a guy who builds a nice chair doesn't owe money to everyone who ever has built a chair. They came to me with an idea, I had a better one.” quote by Mark Zuckerberg
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“The grounds are our thing is cool and popular, and Harvard Connection is lame! Wardo, I didn't use any of their code, I promise, I didn't use anything! Look, a guy who builds a nice chair doesn't owe money to everyone who ever has built a chair. They came to me with an idea, I had a better one.”

Mark Zuckerberg

About This Quote

Source Interview: TechCrunch Disrupt, 2009, Mark Zuckerberg discussing early Facebook development

He emphasizes originality and personal integrity over copying others' work.

In simple terms: Original work matters more than copying.

Key Takeaway

Value your own ideas and give credit where due.

Themes

originality integrity innovation

Mood

critical determined

Type

business motivational

When to use this quote

  • startup founding
  • software development
  • team collaboration
  • product design

Key Concepts

entrepreneurship intellectual property

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it appropriate to build on others' ideas?
  • How do you protect your innovations?
A Different Perspective

Balancing collaboration with personal ownership can be complex.

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