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“Since the purpose of business is to satisfy existing desires, or stimulate new ones, if everyone were genuinely happy, there would be no need for business any longer.” quote by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
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“Since the purpose of business is to satisfy existing desires, or stimulate new ones, if everyone were genuinely happy, there would be no need for business any longer.”

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

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Source Book: Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, 1990

If all desires are satisfied, the role of business in creating new wants disappears.

In simple terms: Business exists to spark new desires.

Key Takeaway

Focus on innovation and meaningful experiences.

Themes

psychology business desire innovation

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • marketing campaigns
  • entrepreneurial ventures
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

motivation needs consumer behavior creativity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new needs can businesses responsibly create?
  • Can fulfillment coexist with consumption?
A Different Perspective

Human desire may never be fully satisfied.

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