Bad Quote by Stephen A. Schwarzman
“Sleeping at night is not a specialty of entrepreneurs. The entrepreneur who is sleeping soundly, something bad is happening to that person; they just don't know it's happening yet.”
About This Quote
Entrepreneurs who seem too comfortable may be unaware of looming problems.
In simple terms: Too much peace can hide danger for entrepreneurs.
Stay vigilant even when things feel calm.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup leadership
- investment decisions
- market monitoring
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you detect early signs of trouble?
- What habits keep you alert during calm periods?
Comfort can breed complacency, leading to missed warnings.