Little Quote by Thomas Peterffy
“Never bend the rules. You bend the rules a little bit and then it's a slippery slope.”
About This Quote
Warning that small compromises erode standards, leading to larger ethical breaches.
In simple terms: Minor rule‑breaking escalates.
Key Takeaway
Small breaches grow into major violations.
Themes
ethics
integrity
consequences
slippery slope
policy
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
advice
warning
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- legal compliance
- personal habits
- team governance
Key Concepts
rule enforcement
moral hazard
incremental decay
Practical Applications
- risk assessment
- policy design
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you guard against incremental shortcuts?
- What safeguards stop a slippery slope?
