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“The job isn't to catch up to the status quo; the job is to invent the status quo.” quote by Seth Godin
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“The job isn't to catch up to the status quo; the job is to invent the status quo.”

Seth Godin

About This Quote

Source Book: This Is Marketing, 2018

Innovation means creating new standards rather than merely matching existing ones; progress comes from redefining expectations.

In simple terms: Invent the status quo, not just follow it.

Key Takeaway

Create new norms.

Themes

innovation leadership creativity market disruption

Mood

optimistic challenging forward‑looking

Type

strategic thought‑leadership

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • brand strategy
  • social movements

Key Concepts

design thinking entrepreneurship cultural change

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to test new ideas safely?
  • What resistance to expect when redefining norms?
A Different Perspective

Innovation can be risky and meet resistance.

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