She corrected me, saying, 'Dad, it's not just about avoiding the negative; I want my investments to contribute positively.' The rise of impact investing is undeniable. This generation seeks a hands-on approach to their wealth deployment. They're astute enough to demand both positive societal impact and good returns.
— Ken Costa“We are unapologetically at the high-risk, low-return sweet-spot of agricultural finance. We choose to address geographies and sectors where there are real market failures or at least deep market imperfections.”— William Foote
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27 years ago, when I started in UFC, I knew it was going to be one of the biggest things in sports- honestly. All the excitement we used to get from watching those movies we can now watch in reality. UFC really captures you… it captures hearts and minds.
— Bruce BufferUFC and Pride Fighting Championships Announcer
In order to build a truly powerful brand, you can't just sell a product. You need a brand that is authentic and resonates deeply with your fans. The reason we've been able to amass so many followers around the world in such a short period of time is that they aren't just consuming a product; they're finding meaning in it.
— Chatri SityodtongFounder and Chairman of ONE Championship, premier Asian MMA organization
One major overhead entrepreneurial business often grapple with is the exorbitant rent in cities. Moving to a smaller town offers a significant reduction in these costs and promotes regional economic balance.
— Sridhar VembuFounder and CEO of Zoho Corporation, cloud computing company
Think of bootstrapping like a multi-stage booster rocket, where each stage propels and prepares you for the next, and the momentum continues building.
— Sridhar VembuFounder and CEO of Zoho Corporation, cloud computing company
Choosing not to rely on outside funding offers greater freedom overall. While there's significant sacrifice upfront, about 10 years down the line, you begin to truly value the autonomy it provides.
— Sridhar VembuFounder and CEO of Zoho Corporation, cloud computing company
I start by asking: How will our customers benefit from this acquisition? I tend to shy away from companies that don't share a similar cultural ethos. Even if an acquisition seems financially sound, if there's a stark cultural mismatch, I'd usually reconsider.
— John ChambersFormer CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era
In the tech sphere, when you acquire a company, you're seldom buying the present product. Instead, you're investing in their future innovations. This means retaining talent is paramount.
— John ChambersFormer CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era
You move faster with replication. There was a time I could finalize an acquisition of a $3 billion company within days, from hearing about it on a Thursday to announcing it publicly on a Sunday. Such speed is a testament to the value of a replicable process.
— John ChambersFormer CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era
I firmly advocate the idea of reinventing oneself every 5 years.
— John ChambersFormer CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era
It made perfect sense to me that to infuse new life into Savile Row, they needed to perceive themselves more as couturiers than mere tailors. That's the perspective I brought to Savile Row.
— Ozwald BoatengBritish Menswear Designer & Savile Row Tailor Known for Bespoke Suits
The antithesis of high performance is micromanagement—dictating every aspect of a task. This approach essentially communicates, 'Leave the thinking to me. Just follow orders, and maybe you'll advance.' It stifles creativity and initiative.
— Lucia AnnunzioMany organizations focus on ROI but overlook the significant expense of human capital on their P&L. I advocate for the concept of 'return on brainpower.' The question is, are you cultivating a space where individuals are encouraged to apply their intellectual prowess?
— Lucia AnnunzioMany founders delay implementing governance structures and view governance as a burden rather than an opportunity. Our key message here is that governance is not just important; it's crucial.
— Catalina DanielsThe idea itself constitutes about 20% of the success, the remaining 80% hinges on execution. This understanding is vital for an early-stage investor to gauge the potential success of a venture.
— James ShermanVice President of the United States under William Howard Taft
It's important to differentiate between a large market and a large opportunity; they're not one and the same. The ideal scenario is to tackle a significant problem within a substantial market, thereby creating a sizable opportunity.
— James ShermanVice President of the United States under William Howard Taft