Chip Conley Quotations

The more we ignore our emotions, the more likely they are to wield a powerful influence over us.

Make curiosity a wonder-ful habit.

In general, I'm not much into etiquette and am a rule-breaker and rebel by nature.

Curiosity has ... proven to be a great ingredient in resilience, a trait particularly valuable in an extended economic downturn. Resilient people aren't made of steel; they just provide themselves with more options, and those options come from a curious mind.

At the heart of great leadership is a curious mind, heart, and spirit.

Many people do not distinguish between something that happens to them and their reaction to it. Yet it isn't the event or situation that holds the emotional charge; it's our beliefs that create our response.

Letting an emotion move through you is healthy. Letting an emotion define you is not.

Those of us who have been lucky enough to experience a calling in our work have a certain faith and peace of mind that it's exactly when we're supposed to be doing.

Café Gratitude offers an experience that expands what is possible for all people–a great recipe for business. I've watched Café Gratitude grow and have experienced both the flavors of their food and their commitment to providing a sacred experience for their customers.

As leaders, we understand that intangibles are important, but we don't have a clue how to measure them.