Competition Quote by Thomas Pynchon
““Nobody here wants Competition,' Ives LeSpark re-entering, shaking his head gravely. 'All wish but to name their Price, and maintain it, without the extra work and worry all these damn'd Up-starts require.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Gravity's Rainbow by Thomas Pynchon, 1973
People often avoid effort, preferring to set prices without doing the work.
In simple terms: Avoiding work, setting prices.
Key Takeaway
Embrace effort rather than shortcuts.
Themes
work
effort
integrity
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- project planning
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
economic incentives
moral hazard
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we resist extra work?
- What value does effort add?
A Different Perspective
Shortcuts can lead to unsustainable outcomes.
