I for one hope that some of the standards of the old world carry over. (February 2005)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Gergen hopes traditional standards endure through modern changes.
- In plain terms
- Keep old standards from the old world.
- What can you take from it?
- Preserve proven standards during transitions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Which old standards are worth keeping?
- How do you decide what to carry forward?
Another view
Old standards may not fit new contexts or values.
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