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Evolve Quote by Dave Snowden

“True values are not taught and declared, they evolve through the acts and interaction of the living, they are understood at a near tacit level by those who live them.” quote by Dave Snowden
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“True values are not taught and declared, they evolve through the acts and interaction of the living, they are understood at a near tacit level by those who live them.”

Dave Snowden

About This Quote

Values develop organically through lived experience and interaction, not through formal instruction.

In simple terms: Values grow from lived experience, not teaching.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and nurture tacit knowledge.

Themes

learning experience culture

Mood

reflective insightful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • team building
  • leadership development
  • organizational culture
  • personal growth
  • community engagement

Key Concepts

social learning tacit knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we capture tacit knowledge?
  • What practices reveal hidden values?
A Different Perspective

Formal training may miss nuanced, contextual understanding.

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