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What does it mean?
The speaker notes that much knowledge is not worth the effort.
In plain terms
Some things are not worth learning.
What can you take from it?
Be selective about what you choose to learn.

Where it applies

  • study
  • career
  • curiosity

Putting it to work

  • triage
  • focus

Questions to consider

  • What is worth learning?
  • How do you choose?

Another view

Determining worth is subjective.

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