Crowds Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“The man that walks wit crowd, will get no farther than the crowd. The man that walks alone, will reach places unknown.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: 1750 correspondence
Conformity limits progress; individuality opens new possibilities.
In simple terms: Going alone leads to new places.
Embrace individuality to discover new paths.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career choices
- entrepreneurship
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it wise to follow the crowd?
- What costs does solitude bring?
Risk of isolation can increase uncertainty.