If you don’t know something, ask. You have to be able to…
““If you don’t know something, ask. You have to be able to admit you don’t know something, otherwise you’ll just get more and more confused, or worse, you’ll jump to a false conclusion. All the mistakes I’ve made have been because I’ve assumed something and then acted as though it was fact.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Admitting ignorance prevents false conclusions and reduces confusion; honesty leads to better decisions.
In simple terms: Admitting you don’t know avoids mistakes.
Key Takeaway
Ask questions and own uncertainty.
Themes
humility
learning
critical thinking
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- research
- problem solving
- team meetings
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
epistemic humility
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to create a safe space for questions?
- How do you balance confidence with humility?
A Different Perspective
People may fear appearing incompetent when asking.