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“It's one of those things that's worked, no matter how crazy it sounds, so it's hardly worth getting into why it works.” quote by Edward W. Robertson
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““It's one of those things that's worked, no matter how crazy it sounds, so it's hardly worth getting into why it works.””

Edward W. Robertson

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Source Speech: Business Innovation Conference, 2018

Some methods work despite seeming absurd, and over‑analysis can hinder their use.

In simple terms: Effective ideas may seem crazy but still work.

Key Takeaway

Trust proven results, not just logic.

Themes

innovation intuition skepticism efficacy

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • marketing strategies
  • team decision‑making

Key Concepts

cognitive bias risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you trust intuition over data?
  • How to evaluate unconventional ideas?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on analysis can stifle creativity.

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