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““Don’t lower the bar.””

Ray Dalio

About This Quote

Source Speech: Principles, 2017

Encourages maintaining high standards and not settling for mediocrity.

In simple terms: Never lower standards.

Key Takeaway

Uphold high expectations.

Themes

standards performance leadership growth excellence

Mood

determined serious

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • team management
  • personal development
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

Continuous improvement discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • What standards are you compromising?
  • How can you raise the bar responsibly?
A Different Perspective

High standards can be demotivating if unattainable.

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