Alex Quote by Anthony Horowitz
“He looked from the phone to the unconscious figure of the Salesman. "What did you do to him?" he asked. "He got the wrong number," Alex said.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Secret of the Old Clock, 2005
A character questions the cause of harm, revealing miscommunication and unintended consequences.
In simple terms: Misunderstandings cause harm.
Key Takeaway
Clarify before acting.
Themes
communication
responsibility
mistake
empathy
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
narrative
ethical
When to use this quote
- customer service
- medical diagnosis
- team projects
- legal investigations
Key Concepts
misinterpretation
causality
ethical decision
Questions to Reflect On
- How often do we jump to conclusions?
- What steps ensure accurate understanding?
A Different Perspective
Assuming intent without evidence can worsen situations.
![“I remember having some problems with [the Deus Ex theme] when I first heard it and I was trying to figure out how to tell [Alex Brandon] I wanted changes. But then I noticed that I couldn't get it out of my mind. I was whistling or humming it to myself all the time. So I just kept my mouth shut…” quote by Warren Spector](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2ac/warren-spector-41522_alex_i-remember-having-some-problems-with-the_44541.jpg)
