All kinds Quote by Nathan Myhrvold
“My company invents all kinds of new technology in lots of different areas. And we do that for a couple of reasons. We invent for fun - invention is a lot of fun to do - and we also invent for profit. The two are related because the profit actually takes long enough that if it isn't fun, you wouldn't have the time to do it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Insights, Nathan Myhrvold, 2015
Innovation is driven by both enjoyment and profit; profit sustains the time needed for fun.
In simple terms: Fun and profit both fuel invention.
Key Takeaway
Balance enjoyment with financial goals.
Themes
innovation
motivation
business
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- startup culture
- R&D labs
- product design
- tech conferences
Key Concepts
entrepreneurship
creativity
economics
Questions to Reflect On
- What projects give you joy without profit?
- How do you measure fun in work?
A Different Perspective
Profit focus can stifle pure creativity.
