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Behave Quote by Warren Buffett

“The big question about how people behave is whether they've got an Inner Scorecard or an Outer Scorecard. It helps if you can be satisfied with an Inner Scorecard.” quote by Warren Buffett
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“The big question about how people behave is whether they've got an Inner Scorecard or an Outer Scorecard. It helps if you can be satisfied with an Inner Scorecard.”

Warren Buffett

About This Quote

Source Speech: Shareholder Meeting, Warren Buffett, 2010

People are guided by internal or external standards; inner standards bring lasting satisfaction.

In simple terms: Inner standards lead to true fulfillment.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate an inner scorecard.

Themes

self-awareness motivation values

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal goal setting
  • leadership development
  • performance reviews

Key Concepts

psychology self-determination theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you rely on external approval?
  • How can you strengthen your inner standards?
A Different Perspective

External validation can be misleading and unstable.

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