Excellence Quote by Robert M. Pirsig
“Quality tends to fan out like waves.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig, 1974
Quality spreads outward, influencing surrounding aspects like ripples from a stone dropped in water.
In simple terms: Quality radiates like ripples.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate quality, watch its influence expand.
Themes
quality
influence
systems
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- product design
- team dynamics
- organizational culture
- personal habits
Key Concepts
systems theory
holism
feedback loops
Questions to Reflect On
- How does improving one area affect others?
- What ripples have you observed from a quality improvement?
A Different Perspective
Quality alone cannot fix structural flaws; it must be paired with effective processes.
