Nintendo's philosophy is never to go the easy path; it's always to challenge ourselves and try to do something new.
Shigeru MiyamotoRead
Their attitude is, 'okay, I am the customer. You are supposed to entertain me.' It's kind of a passive attitude they're taking, and to me it's kind of a pathetic thing. They do not know how interesting it is if you move one step further and try to challenge yourself with more advanced games.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote criticizes a passive mindset in consumers and encourages seeking deeper engagement.
Shigeru Miyamoto's quote highlights the issue of passivity among consumers who expect entertainment without any effort. He believes that this attitude is limiting and that individuals can find greater enjoyment and growth by challenging themselves with more complex and advanced experiences. Engaging actively rather than passively can lead to richer and more fulfilling interactions.
Themes
PassivityEngagementChallengeEntertainmentGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
During a workshop on customer service, this quote can be used to highlight the importance of active engagement.
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