Expectations Quote by Shervin Pishevar
“We continue to hope that a way can be found for Benchmark to move forward, having profited so handsomely from the work of Travis Kalanick and many others, and to do so without inflicting gratuitous harm on the company which we have all supported, and for which we continue to have the greatest expectations.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public statement on Uber, 2017
The speaker wishes to find a path for the company to grow profitably while avoiding harmful actions, despite past successes and high expectations.
In simple terms: Hope for growth without harm.
Key Takeaway
Seek ethical progress.
Themes
business
ethics
leadership
expectations
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
strategic
reflective
When to use this quote
- Investor meetings
- board discussions
- strategic planning
- public relations
Key Concepts
Corporate governance
risk management
stakeholder theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a company grow ethically?
- What safeguards prevent harm?
A Different Perspective
Balancing profit and responsibility can be difficult in competitive markets.
