Business Quote by Maynard Webb
“In talking to founder after founder; I've heard almost visceral reactions to working for companies, even very cool ones with great things to work on and lots of opportunity, like Facebook, Google, or consulting firms.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Leaders on Workplace Culture, 2015
People often react strongly to working at prestigious firms, yet may feel disillusioned.
In simple terms: Prestige jobs can cause mixed feelings.
Seek purpose beyond brand names.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- job selection
- career planning
- employee retention
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly drives your work satisfaction?
- How do you align values with employer?
Prestige may mask underlying issues.