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“If you do it first class and you don't compromise values, and you don't compromise quality, and you don't compromise service, and you don't compromise cleanliness, then everybody else who is the competitor has got to play catch-up.” quote by Ray Kroc
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“If you do it first class and you don't compromise values, and you don't compromise quality, and you don't compromise service, and you don't compromise cleanliness, then everybody else who is the competitor has got to play catch-up.”

Ray Kroc

About This Quote

Maintaining high standards forces competitors to improve to match.

In simple terms: High standards force competitors to catch up.

Key Takeaway

Uphold quality and values.

Themes

excellence competition leadership

Mood

determined pragmatic

Type

inspirational business

When to use this quote

  • hospitality industry
  • retail
  • service sectors

Key Concepts

business strategy quality management

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance quality with adaptability?
  • What compromises are acceptable?
A Different Perspective

Strict standards may limit flexibility and innovation.

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