Come Quote by S. Truett Cathy
“I have people say, 'I'll come to work for you for free,' and I tell my employees they have to compete with that.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business interview, 1980s, Chick-fil-A founder
Employees must earn their place; free labor undermines merit and fairness.
In simple terms: Free work devalues effort.
Demand fair compensation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- hiring
- team management
- salary negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure equitable pay?
- What are the risks of unpaid work?
Free labor can reduce motivation and quality.