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“It's mine - you can't have it. If you want to use it for something, then you have to negotiate with me. I have to agree, I have to understand what I'm getting in return.” quote by Tim Berners-Lee
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“It's mine - you can't have it. If you want to use it for something, then you have to negotiate with me. I have to agree, I have to understand what I'm getting in return.”

Tim Berners-Lee

About This Quote

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

Ownership of ideas requires consent and mutual benefit, not unilateral control

In simple terms: You must negotiate to use others’ work

Key Takeaway

Seek agreement before using shared resources

Themes

ownership negotiation collaboration

Mood

thoughtful pragmatic

Type

philosophical instructional

When to use this quote

  • business deals
  • open source projects
  • creative collaborations

Key Concepts

intellectual property consent

Questions to Reflect On

  • What terms are essential for you to share work?
  • How do you handle disagreements in collaboration?
A Different Perspective

Negotiation can stall progress if parties disagree

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