Building Quote by Ross Perot
“When building a team, I always search first for people who love to win. If I can't find any of those, I look for people who hate to lose.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Leadership Seminar, 1995
Effective teams are built on a strong desire to succeed; if that is missing, a fear of failure can also motivate.
In simple terms: Winning mindset or fear of loss drives teamwork.
Key Takeaway
Seek win‑oriented members, or those driven by avoiding loss.
Themes
teamwork
motivation
leadership
Mood
strategic
pragmatic
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- hiring
- project groups
- sports teams
Key Concepts
psychology of competition
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you more: desire to win or fear of losing?
- How can you balance competitive spirit with collaboration?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on fear may create a negative culture.
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