I don't pretend we have all the answers. But the questions are certainly worth thinking about..
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Admitting lack of answers is fine because the questions themselves are valuable.
- In plain terms
- Not having answers is okay because the questions are worth asking.
- What can you take from it?
- Asking questions matters more than having all answers.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What questions are worth asking today?
- How do you handle uncertainty?
Another view
Sometimes quick answers are necessary.
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