Activity Quote by Peter Drucker
“All economic activity is by definition "high risk." And defending yesterday--that is, not innovating--is far more risky than making tomorrow.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Effective Executive, Peter Drucker, 1966
Risk is inherent in all economic actions; avoiding innovation is riskier than creating new opportunities.
In simple terms: Innovation carries less risk than stagnation.
Embrace innovation, avoid complacency.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- product development
- career decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you avoiding by staying the same?
- How can you measure the risk of innovation versus inertia?
Innovation can fail and waste resources.