Balance Quote by Michael Milken
“In financing growing companies, we always looked for human value that didn't appear on the balance sheet.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business conference, 1999
In financing startups, they seek human value not reflected on balance sheets.
In simple terms: Look for intangible human value in startups.
Key Takeaway
Value people, not just numbers.
Themes
entrepreneurship
valuation
human capital
Mood
strategic
thoughtful
Type
business
inspirational
When to use this quote
- investment decisions
- team hiring
- company culture
Key Concepts
intangible assets
culture
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure human capital?
- What signals indicate strong culture?
A Different Perspective
Intangible value is harder to quantify for investors.
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