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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.” quote by Ray Dalio
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““In picking people for long-term relationships, values are most important, abilities come next, and skills are the least important.””

Ray Dalio

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.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize values when choosing partners.

Themes

relationships values priorities

Mood

reflective pragmatic

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • marriage
  • business partnerships
  • team building

Key Concepts

alignment character competence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What values are non‑negotiable for you?
  • How do you evaluate abilities versus skills?
A Different Perspective

Values can be hard to assess objectively.

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