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“People who deliver unexpected value don’t just go around improving things willy-nilly every time an idea pops into their heads. They look before they leap. They think before they do…. They create changes mentally before they create them for real.” quote by David Sturt
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““People who deliver unexpected value don’t just go around improving things willy-nilly every time an idea pops into their heads. They look before they leap. They think before they do…. They create changes mentally before they create them for real.””

David Sturt

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast with David Sturt, 2023

Effective innovation requires thoughtful planning rather than impulsive action, ensuring ideas are vetted before execution.

In simple terms: Think before you act to add real value.

Key Takeaway

Plan before you act.

Themes

innovation strategy mindset

Mood

focused analytical

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • business strategy
  • team leadership
  • personal projects

Key Concepts

design thinking risk assessment creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you validate an idea before acting?
  • What mental models help you anticipate outcomes?
A Different Perspective

Impulsive ideas can waste resources if not evaluated.

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