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“One of my guiding principles is don't do anything that other people are doing. Always do something a little different if you can. The concept is that if you do it a little differently there is a greater potential for reward than if you the same thing that other people are doing. I think that this…” quote by Seymour Cray
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“One of my guiding principles is don't do anything that other people are doing. Always do something a little different if you can. The concept is that if you do it a little differently there is a greater potential for reward than if you the same thing that other people are doing. I think that this kind of goal for one's work, having obviously the maximum risk, would have the maximum reward no matter what the field may be.”

Seymour Cray

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Choosing a slightly different path can increase the chance of higher rewards, though it also raises risk.

In simple terms: Take a unique approach for greater payoff.

Key Takeaway

Embrace calculated risk for bigger gains.

Themes

innovation risk reward individuality

Mood

optimistic determined

Type

motivational strategic

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurship
  • product development
  • career planning
  • artistic creation

Key Concepts

strategic differentiation risk-reward tradeoff creative thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unique angle can you apply to your work?
  • How do you balance risk and reward?
A Different Perspective

Higher risk may lead to failure or loss.

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