Human Capital Quotes

“The value of intangibles derived from intellectual property rights and trademarks from brands, inventions, software code, and programs has never been higher.”
― Roger Spitz, The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption: Volume IV - Disruption as a Springboard to Value Creation

“Human capital is without a doubt the most important intangible asset to develop, and will continue to be.”
― Roger Spitz, The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption: Volume IV - Disruption as a Springboard to Value Creation

“Mediocre people promote mediocrity. Dont hire mediocre people. Instead, hire people who strive for greatness and they'll spread that greatness throughout the company.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“A good attitude is worth as much or more than any skill or talent. In hiring, people with good attitudes should be prioritized.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“The ideal is to have a workplace where people enjoy coming into work. That's good for everyone.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“When people love the work they do, they bring something special and unique to the job.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“Bullying and harassment in the workplace are unacceptable.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“Engaged employees are more productive, innovative, and committed to the company's success. They become passionate advocates for your brand and contribute to a positive work environment that attracts and retains top talent.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr., Board Room Blitz: Mastering the Art of Corporate Governance

“People who have acquired academic degrees, without acquiring many economically meaningful skills, not only face personal disappointment and disaffection with society, but also have often become negative factors in the economy and even sources of danger, especially when they lash out at economically successful minorities and ethnically polarize the whole society they live in. . . . . In many places and times, soft-subject students and intellectuals have inflamed hostility, and sometimes violence, against many other successful groups.”
― Thomas Sowell, Wealth, Poverty and Politics: An International Perspective

“Employee values should align with company values.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“When employees feel they're loved and appreciated by the company and by other employees, they tend to be more productive.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“Companies with high talent density have a permeable competitive advantage that makes them very difficult to beat.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth, Business Essentials

“If you want to have a team of competent employees, it's important to have a comprehensive training program in place.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“Having a diverse set of employees is good for business — it enables the business to better serve customers, better solve problems, and better innovate.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“Don't hire someone whose values don't align with the companies values. They'll cost more than they're worth.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“One of the best things you can do for your employees is to make sure that they have the resources they need to be successful in their jobs.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“When companies truly invest in human capital to the extent that it invokes a sense of loyalty, they now have a serious competitive advantage.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“It’s really simple. People what to be where they feel valued and where they have the full capacity to provide value. When people have that, they stay. When they don’t, they leave. Companies that provide this to employees experience retention. Companies that don’t, experience attrition.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth, Business Essentials

“Employees should be very clear about the companies values. And more importantly, employee values should align with company values.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth

“A business that’s struggling to make payroll is like a pair of parents struggling to feed the kids. It’s unacceptable.”
― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr

“If you want a vision of the bleak, bland capitalist future, go to Hudson Yards in New York City, the new, billion-dollar complex of gleaming skyscrapers. It's a lifeless shopping mall for luxury goods, intensely policed and surveilled, where every aspect of life is curated by a corporation... This is the city for the winners. The losers will be in homeless encampments outside the city gates.
The left's city of the future looks very different. It is a Star Trek world, where we can travel through space together and meet aliens. It is public libraries and free colleges, where all can come and learn without worrying about money. It is Mardis Gras in New Orleans, where everyone expresses their individuality through art and costume without any regard for profit or commerce. It is camping trips and cookouts, book clubs and street cafes. It is the theory that life is meant to be enjoyed, and that nobody should lack the basic ingredients for a decent existence. It is, above all, the conviction that we're here to help each other through this thing, whatever it is.”
― Nathan J. Robinson, Why You Should Be a Socialist

“Employee engagement isn't just an "HR thing" - it's a finance, accounting and valuation thing.”
― Dave Bookbinder, The NEW ROI: Return on Individuals: Do you believe that people are your company's most valuable asset?

“Discretionary effort is the holy grail of employee engagement. The "going above and beyond" drives business valuation.”
― Dave Bookbinder, The NEW ROI: Return on Individuals: Do you believe that people are your company's most valuable asset?

“Though part of the puzzle is obviously capital budget allocations, most companies seem to have a much higher awareness of the rules by which capital and assets are allocated than they do about how skilled people should be spending their time.”
― Rita Gunther McGrath, The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Strategies for Continuously Creating Opportunity in an Age of Uncertainty

“You own skills, your capabilities, your expertise, your values, your behaviors, your personal energy, your time, your loyalty.
You’re the owner of this human capital, and you decide when, how, and where to invest it. You hold the key to value creation.”
― Benjamin Kofi Quansah

“Whsn you go Behind The Numbers - it's all about the people!”
― Dave Bookbinder, The NEW ROI: Going Behind the Numbers

“Technological development leads to increased worker productivity, declining labor costs, more competition, a shift in the costs of human capital development onto individual competitors, and increased productivity all over again.”
― Malcolm Harris, Kids These Days: Human Capital and the Making of Millennials

“You own your skills, your capabilities, your expertise, your values, your behaviors, your personal energy, your time, your loyalty.
You’re the owner of this human capital, and you decide when, how, and where to invest it. You hold the key to value creation.”
― Benjamin Kofi Quansah

“A truly effective corporate wellness program is not just a benefit; it's an investment in the heart of the organization—its people. When employees feel cared for, they thrive, and so does the entire workplace.”
― Dr Prem Jagyasi

“Socio-economic development begins with creating equal opportunities for all, ensuring no one is left behind."

"Empowering communities through education and economic opportunity is the foundation of sustainable development."

"Sustainable development thrives when we blend tradition with innovation to create inclusive growth."

"True socio-economic progress lies in investing in human capital and nurturing young minds to become future leaders."

"Development is not just about economic growth; it's about building a society where every individual has the chance to thrive."

"For any nation to prosper, we must prioritize policies that address both economic and social inequalities."

"Inclusive development requires collective effort, innovative solutions, and unwavering commitment to justice."

"The path to a sustainable future is paved with equitable policies, youth engagement, and sustainable economic practices."

"Economic growth must be people-centered, prioritizing social welfare, environmental sustainability, and community resilience."

"Transforming any socio-economic landscape requires bold leadership, transparent governance, and a vision for inclusive progress.”
― Vorng Panha