Continuous improvement Quote by Steve Jobs
“I have a great respect for incremental improvement, and I've done that sort of thing in my life, but I've always been attracted to the more revolutionary changes. I don't know why. Because they're harder. They're much more stressful emotionally. And you usually go through a period where everybody tells you that you've completely failed.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Stanford Commencement Address, 2005
He respects steady progress but is drawn to bold, disruptive change despite its difficulty and emotional strain.
In simple terms: Loves big change even though it’s hard.
Embrace risk, pursue revolutionary ideas.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup leadership
- product development
- career pivots
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you avoiding?
- How can you manage stress during radical change?
Disruption can lead to isolation and burnout if not balanced.