When you're curious, you find lots of interesting things to do.
Walt DisneyRead
We are not influenced by the techniques or fashions of any other company.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's own values and vision, rather than being swayed by others.
Walt Disney's quote reflects a commitment to originality and authenticity in the face of external pressures. It highlights the significance of focusing on one's unique identity and principles, rather than conforming to the trends or methods of competitors. This approach can lead to genuine creativity and success, as one remains aligned with their own goals and beliefs instead of being distracted by the successes or tactics of others.
In practice
In a business presentation emphasizing brand identity.
When you're curious, you find lots of interesting things to do.
Here is the world of imagination, hopes, and dreams. In this timeless land of enchantment, the age of chivalry, magic and make-believe are reborn - and fairy tales come true. Fantasyland is dedicated to the young-in-heart, to those who that when you wish upon a star, your dreams come true.
To all who come to this happy place: Welcome. Disneyland is your land. Here age relives fond memories of the past, and here youth may savor the challenge and promise of the future. Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America; with the hope that it will be a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.
It's kind of fun to do the impossible.
Disneyland is a work of love. We didn't go into Disneyland just with the idea of making money.
Happiness is a state of mind. It's just according to the way you look at things.
Most business models have focused on self interest instead of user experience. Those are the kinds of problems we solve to solve.
The lesson for businesses is you are dealing with real people. Those are your customers, those are your employees, those are your bosses, and the better you understand how real people tick, the more successfully you will be able to accomplish your goals.
Mastering the paradox of star brands is very difficult and rare - fortunately.
Banking is very good business if you don't do anything dumb.
The business of business should not be about money. It should be about responsibility. It should be about public good, not private greed
I find it fascinating that a lot of business books that do well are from people who've never made any money in business.
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