Goals Quote by Ray Dalio
““An organization is a community with a set of shared values and goals. Its morale and smooth functioning should always take precedence over your need to be right—and besides, you could be wrong.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Principles by Ray Dalio, 2017
Effective organizations prioritize collective morale and shared purpose over individual ego or being right.
In simple terms: Team harmony beats personal pride.
Put group well‑being first.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- company meetings
- project teams
- leadership decisions
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance humility with accountability?
- When should you challenge group consensus?
Prioritizing morale may delay correcting critical errors.