The only we think we don't outsource is our intelligence.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- We often fail to recognize that even our critical thinking is delegated to tools or others.
- In plain terms
- Even our thinking gets outsourced to technology or other people.
- What can you take from it?
- Be aware when you stop thinking for yourself.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What decisions do I rely on others to make?
- Am I outsourcing my judgment?
Another view
Delegating routine tasks frees capacity for higher-order thinking.
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