I like to inquire into everything. Hercule Poirot is a good dog. The good dog follows the scent, and if, regrettably, there is no scent to follow, he noses around - seeking always something that is not very nice.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Compares a detective to a dog following a scent, emphasizing thoroughness even when clues are absent.
- In plain terms
- A good investigator keeps looking even when it's hard.
- What can you take from it?
- Persistence is key to solving problems.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you know when to stop?
- What drives your curiosity?
Another view
Persistence alone does not guarantee results without direction.
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