Community Quote by Dee Hock
“Community is composed of that which we don't attempt to measure, for which we keep no record and ask no recompense. Most are things we cannot measure no matter how hard we try.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Birth of the Chaordic Age, 1999
Community value lies in intangible, unrecorded contributions that cannot be measured.
In simple terms: Community includes unseen, unmeasured acts.
Key Takeaway
Value and trust in unseen community work.
Themes
community
trust
intangible value
Mood
thoughtful
appreciative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- team projects
- neighborhood support
- online forums
Key Concepts
social capital
collective good
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we recognize unseen community efforts?
- What systems can capture intangible value?
A Different Perspective
Measuring impact can be challenging for intangible contributions.
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