The failure to build high-speed rail in California exemplifies a tragic prioritization of process over speed, resulting in no progress despite significant funding authorization.

We need to create something great and sustainable, not just go faster. If you're just throwing spaghetti at the wall, having a faster throwing machine doesn't help.

Psychology offers a more effective avenue for improving how people feel than merely rational improvements. For instance, instead of making the Eurostar faster, we should focus on making the journey more enjoyable.

In the design process, it's essential to balance speed of execution with quality, and it's possible to achieve both if the motivation is right.

Building a strong company is more important than achieving rapid growth; the obsession with speed often leads to neglecting the journey and the values that matter.

The phrase 'the journey is better than the destination' suggests that you're only moving towards something worse, which is not a healthy mindset. We should celebrate the destination instead.

Quality should be prioritized over speed and scale; maintaining high standards is essential for long-term success.

You should not rush through the enjoyable experiences in life; instead, take your time to appreciate them and allow for more opportunities in the future.

The philosophy of 'slow is smooth, and smooth is fast' guides our product development. We believe in taking the time to build a solid foundation, especially when the software's scope and stakes are high.