If you don't have a real stake in the new, then just surviving on the old - even if it is about efficiency - I don't think is a long-term game.
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Longevity in this business is about being able to reinvent yourself or invent the future.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success in business requires adaptability and innovation.
This quote emphasizes that in the ever-evolving landscape of business, individuals and organizations must embrace change and continually reinvent themselves to stay relevant and successful. Satya Nadella points out that those who can both adapt to new circumstances and envision the future will thrive in their careers and industries.
Themes
LongevityReinventBusinessSuccessFuture
In practice
Example use cases
In a business seminar discussing strategies for long-term success.
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