Always listen to experts. They'll tell you what can't be done, and why. Then do it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Experts often highlight limitations; innovation happens when you overcome them.
- In plain terms
- Ignore experts who say something is impossible and do it anyway.
- What can you take from it?
- Test limits yourself instead of trusting experts blindly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When has an expert told you it can't be done?
- How do you know when to ignore advice?
Another view
Experts often have valid technical reasons that should be respected.
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