Football Quote by Randy Bartlett
““Speed is the thing.13 We prefer a team that has a relative speed advantage over other virtues.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Tech Leadership Conference, 2022
Prioritizing speed over other qualities can give a team a competitive edge, even if other virtues are also valuable.
In simple terms: Fast teams often win.
Key Takeaway
Balance speed with other strengths for sustainable success.
Themes
speed
competition
team dynamics
strategic advantage
Mood
strategic
pragmatic
Type
leadership
business
When to use this quote
- product development
- market entry
- crisis response
- startup scaling
- sports teams
Key Concepts
Opportunity cost
agility
trade‑offs
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- Is speed always the best advantage?
- How can you integrate speed with other virtues?
A Different Perspective
Speed alone can cause burnout or quality issues.
