On my business card, I am a corporate president. In my mind, I am a game developer. But in my heart, I am a gamer.
Satoru IwataRead
If you want to make short-term profits from the stock price, then I am a very bad president. But I don't think I'm so bad for maximizing the long-term value of Nintendo.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Prioritizing long-term value over short-term gains can lead to greater success.
In this quote, Satoru Iwata emphasizes the importance of focusing on sustainable growth and the enduring value of a company like Nintendo rather than getting distracted by immediate profits. He acknowledges that while he may not be ideal for generating short-term profits, his leadership is aimed at maximizing the company's long-term potential and success.
Themes
Long-Term ValueSuccessLeadershipNintendoProfits
In practice
Example use cases
In a business seminar discussing sustainable growth strategies.
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I do not like to use the term 'Free-to-play.' I have come to realize that there is a degree of insincerity to consumers with this terminology, since so-called 'Free-to-play' should be referred to more accurately as 'Free-to-start.'
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I always and strictly tell Nintendo employees never to use the term 'success' to describe our own performance.
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Video games are meant to be just one thing: Fun! Fun for everyone.
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If we reduce the number of employees for better short-term financial results, employee morale will decrease. I sincerely doubt employees who fear that they may be laid off will be able to develop software titles that could impress people around the world.
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