The underlying principles of strategy are enduring, regardless of technology or the pace of change. – Michael Porter
Billions are wasted on ineffective philanthropy. Philanthropy is decades behind business in applying rigorous thinking to the use of money. – Michael Porter
If your goal is anything but profitability – if its to be big, or to grow fast, or to become a technology leader – youll hit problems. – Michael Porter
The best CEOs I know are teachers, and at the core of what they teach is strategy. – Michael Porter
Folks dont like to have somebody around knowing more than they do. It aggravates em. Youre not gonna change any of them by talking right, theyve got to want to learn themselves, and when they dont want to learn theres nothing you can do but keep your mouth shut or talk their language. – Harper Lee