395 Quotes by Jack Welch

Any jerk can have short-term earnings. You squeeze, squeeze, squeeze, and the company sinks five years later.

When it's time to let someone go, do it right. No surprises. No humiliation.

Simple messages travel faster, simpler designs reach the market faster and the elimination of clutter allows faster decision making.

Strategy means making clear-cut choices about how to compete.

Leadership is helping other people grow and succeed. it is not just about you. It's all about them.... everyone deserves a chance.... you can never let yourself be a victim.

The 1980s will seem like a walk in the park when compared to new global challenges, where annual productivity increases of 6% may not be enough. A combination of software, brains, and running harder will be needed to bring that percentage up to 8% or 9%.

Creative artists have great passion.

The idea flow from the human spirit is absolutely unlimited. All you have to do is tap into that well. I don't like to use the word efficiency. It's creativity. It's a belief that every person counts.

The most important job you have is growing your people, giving them a chance to reach their dreams.