Relationship Quote by Ray Dalio
““In picking people for long-term relationships, values are most important, abilities come next, and skills are the least important.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Principles, Ray Dalio, 2017
Long‑term partnership success depends first on shared values, then abilities, and finally skills.
In simple terms: Values matter most, abilities next, skills least.
Prioritize values when choosing partners.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dating
- marriage
- business partnerships
- team building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What values are non‑negotiable for you?
- How do you evaluate abilities versus skills?
Values can be hard to assess objectively.