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What does it mean?
Great minds often arrive at similar conclusions independently, showing that brilliant thinkers think alike.
In plain terms
Smart people often think the same way.
What can you take from it?
Expect similarities among brilliant thinkers.

Where it applies

  • intellectual discussion
  • debate

Putting it to work

  • value diverse input

Questions to consider

  • Do smart people agree?
  • Why do they agree?

Another view

Great minds can also differ significantly.

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