Come up Quote by Edward de Bono
“Don't criticise a hypothesis, come up with a better one.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Lateral Thinking, Edward de Bono, 1967
Encourages improving ideas by replacing criticism with constructive alternatives.
In simple terms: Build better ideas instead of just critiquing.
Key Takeaway
Focus on solution‑oriented thinking.
Themes
creativity
critical thinking
innovation
Mood
analytical
encouraging
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- research projects
- product development
- academic debates
Key Concepts
lateral thinking
problem solving
idea generation
Questions to Reflect On
- What better alternative can you propose?
- When is constructive criticism appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Criticism can still be useful for refinement.
