A lot of people are going to call me naive.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Wilson acknowledges that his advocacy might be perceived as naive by critics.
- In plain terms
- He knows people will think he is naive.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept criticism as a consequence of taking a strong stance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle being called naive?
- Is naivety a necessary cost of innovation?
Another view
This admits a weakness without addressing how to overcome it.
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