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“Your big has to be able to make 'em pay from the perimeter.” quote by Nick Nurse — Download Open image

“Your big has to be able to make 'em pay from the perimeter.”

About This Quote

Source Interview: Press conference, Toronto Raptors, 2023

A strategy must generate revenue from all angles, especially the edges of the market.

In simple terms: Earn money from every possible source.

Key Takeaway

Focus on peripheral opportunities.

Themes

strategy revenue perimeter growth

Mood

determined pragmatic

Type

motivational business

When to use this quote

sports marketing
ticket sales
merchandising
sponsorship deals

Key Concepts

Business model margin expansion

Questions to Reflect On

How can you balance core excellence with peripheral revenue?
What risks arise from over‑emphasizing edge markets?

A Different Perspective

May ignore core product quality while chasing side income.

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