Cost Quote by Steven Redhead
““The cost of anything shouldn't be worth less than the energy you are prepared to spend to obtain it.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Value, 2012
The effort you invest should match the value you expect to receive; otherwise the exchange is unfair.
In simple terms: Effort should be at least as great as the reward.
Align effort with expected payoff.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- personal goal setting
- project planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it better to reduce effort or raise expectations?
- When is it acceptable to accept a lower return?
If the reward is uncertain, high effort may be wasted.