Break Quote by Mark Zuckerberg

“We've changed our internal motto from "Move fast and break things" to "Move fast with stable infrastructure."”

Mark Zuckerberg

About This Quote

Source Corporate blog post, 2021

Zuckerberg updates Meta’s motto to emphasize stability alongside speed in product development.

In simple terms: Shift from reckless speed to stable growth.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize reliable infrastructure while iterating fast.

Themes

technology management culture

Mood

strategic optimistic

Type

business leadership

When to use this quote

software releases
team planning
company strategy

Key Concepts

product development organizational change

Questions to Reflect On

How does stability affect user trust?
What balance yields optimal innovation?

A Different Perspective

Rapid innovation can still be unstable.

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