Tim O’Reilly: Money Not Compulsion
on Tuesday, August 27, 2013Tim O’ Reilly Money Quotation saying awareness of your financial position should not be the focus of all decisions. Tim O’ Reilly said:
“You have to pay attention to money, but it shouldn’t be about the money” — Tim O’ Reilly
Tim O’Reilly is saying that while being financially responsible and aware of costs and revenues is important for any endeavor, the primary motivation and focus should not simply be on making money.
His quote suggests that one should “pay attention to money” in the sense of ensuring a business or project is sustainable, but the driving force behind it should be a passion for the work itself or its goals and outcomes, not just accumulating wealth.
In other words, money needs consideration, but maximizing profit alone should not be the defining purpose – success is best found through dedicated pursuit of one’s objectives and ideals.