Done Quote by Arthur C. Clarke
“New ideas pass through three periods: 1) It can't be done. 2) It probably can be done, but it's not worth doing. 3) I knew it was a good idea all along!”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on Innovation, 1973
Ideas evolve from doubt to acceptance, ending in confidence of their value.
In simple terms: Ideas move from impossible to accepted.
Key Takeaway
Embrace skepticism, then act on good ideas.
Themes
innovation
skepticism
progress
Mood
curious
optimistic
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- startup development
- research funding
- product launches
Key Concepts
creative thinking
paradigm shift
confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you abandon an idea?
- How to test an idea’s worth early?
A Different Perspective
Not all ideas survive market realities despite confidence.
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