"Any business today that embraces the status quo as an operating principle is going to be on a death march."
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Howard Schultz, born on July 19, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York, is best known as the visionary leader who transformed Starbucks from a single coffee shop into a global coffeehouse phenomenon. Raised in a working-class family, Schultz's early experiences shaped his commitment to employee welfare and community engagement. He served as the CEO of Starbucks, where he pioneered innovative business practices and a culture of inclusivity. Schultz's legacy is one of inspiration and entrepreneurship, illustrating the profound impact of passion and purpose in business. For more details, visit [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_Schultz).
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"I was born on the other side of the tracks, in public housing in Brooklyn, New York. My dad never made more than $20,000 a year, and I grew up in a family that lost health insurance. So I was scarred at a young age with understanding what it was like to watch my parents lose access to the American dream."
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"I think the currency of leadership is transparency. You've got to be truthful. I don't think you should be vulnerable every day, but there are moments where you've got to share your soul and conscience with people and show them who you are, and not be afraid of it."
Howard Schultz"Companies should not have a singular view of profitability. There needs to be a balance between commerce and social responsibility... The companies that are authentic about it will wind up as the companies that make more money."
Howard Schultz"Starbucks has a role and a meaningful relationship with people that is not only about the coffee."
Howard Schultz"We are witnessing a seismic change in consumer behavior. That change is being brought about by technology and the access people have to information."
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"A great business has to have a conscience. You have to know who you are and who you are not."
Howard Schultz"The growth of the company and the license that Starbucks has is to participate in other food and beverage opportunities. We have a global business... and in many parts of the world, tea is much, much bigger than coffee, and we're going to bring tea and bring our capability and our understanding of what we've done for coffee to tea."
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"I am concerned about any attrition in customer traffic at Starbucks, but I don't want to use the economy, commodity prices or consumer confidence as an excuse. We must maintain a value proposition to our customers as well as differentiate the Starbucks Experience. That is the key."
Howard Schultz"We sell tea in Starbucks, but I think the experience is very different. I think coffee is something that is quick - it's transactional. I think tea is more Zen-like. It requires a different environment."
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