Adam Neumann Quotes

Adam Neumann is an Israeli-American entrepreneur and co-founder of WeWork, a company that provides shared workspaces. He served as the CEO of WeWork until 2019. Neumann's entrepreneurial ventures and innovative approach to workspace solutions have made him a notable figure in the business world.

I remember how much fun it was to be a child in th... -Adam Neumann

I remember how much fun it was to be a child in the kibbutz.

As a child who lived in a lot of places, one of the hardest things for me was to join a new community. It was hardest at the kibbutz, but that was also one of the most impressive communities.

Others think their American ways will work in other countries. That's not always accurate and can be disrespectful to the local culture.

I learned a lot in the naval officers' course. It ... -Adam Neumann

I learned a lot in the naval officers' course. It gave me a lot.

The one thing we learned about community - you can... -Adam Neumann

The one thing we learned about community - you can't force community.

India is a unique and special place but a challeng... -Adam Neumann

India is a unique and special place but a challenging business environment.

The most precious resource we have is time.... -Adam Neumann

The most precious resource we have is time.

I served in the Israeli Navy, and it's not an easy... -Adam Neumann

I served in the Israeli Navy, and it's not an easy thing.

If your business is the right business, then money... -Adam Neumann

If your business is the right business, then money will never be an issue.

Mentorship plays such an important role in business - we know it's a must - and I believe schools should embrace it in a much fuller way.

The good thing about India is that they believe so... -Adam Neumann

The good thing about India is that they believe something great about themselves.

WeWork is a platform that is powered by technology. Our members are running their entire experience with WeWork through the app.

I happen to love buildings, and my passion is brin... -Adam Neumann

I happen to love buildings, and my passion is bringing people together.

WeWork is working to create a world where people m... -Adam Neumann

WeWork is working to create a world where people make a life and not just a living.

When I came to the U.S., I tried to take shortcuts... -Adam Neumann

When I came to the U.S., I tried to take shortcuts to make money - but everything crashed.

Before WeWork, I had a baby clothing company. When I started out, I had no real contacts in the garment business and no mentor to guide me on how things worked. I just had an idea to put pads on the baby clothes on to protect the baby's knees.

If you are open-minded and you let the universe co... -Adam Neumann

If you are open-minded and you let the universe come in, you never know where things might go.

Happiness comes from within.... -Adam Neumann

Happiness comes from within.

Life is about being present. Sometimes your home will demand more attention, and you should be there. Sometimes your work is more demanding. But the beautiful thing when you create your life's work is that it always feels like you're on a mission.

I believe that when you do what you love, you find higher levels of satisfaction that can compensate for lower income.

I actually think most people do what they love bec... -Adam Neumann

I actually think most people do what they love because it's really important to them.

After I arrived in the United States, I realized that in the army, Israelis learn how to be part of something bigger than themselves.

New York is the new Silicon Valley.... -Adam Neumann

New York is the new Silicon Valley.

Do I think people who need a good opportunity beco... -Adam Neumann

Do I think people who need a good opportunity become harder workers sometimes? Yes.

You never know who you're talking to. Don't limit a young student's dream, because that's how we change the world.

My wife is absolutely one of my key advisors. She comes from a background that's very different than mine.

There's no one person that can provide all the insights I need to run the business. There are so many aspects to WeWork: Digital, real estate, operations, space, and design. I pick and choose people who can help in each aspect.

How do you change the world? Bring people together. Where is the easiest big place to bring people together? In the work environment.

Serving in the Israeli Army taught me what it mean... -Adam Neumann

Serving in the Israeli Army taught me what it means to be part of something greater than yourself.

I believe that if you regularly make the right choice - and it takes practice; it takes effort - the more you make the right choice, the easier it gets.

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