Artemis fowl Quote by Eoin Colfer
““Jon Spiro had not hired Pex and Chips for their debating sills. In the job interview, they had only been set one task. A hundred applicants were handed a walnut and asked to smash it however they could. Only two succeeded. Pex had shouted at the walnut for a few minutes, then flattened it between his giant palms. Chips had opted for a more controversial method. He placed the walnut on the table, grabbed is interviewer by the ponytail, and used the man's forehead to smash the nut. Both men were hired on the spot. They quickly established themselves as Arno Blunt's most reliable leiutenants for in-house work. They were not allowed outside Chicago, as this could involve map reading, something Pex and Chips were not very good at.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Artemis Fowl: The Atlantis Complex by Eoin Colfer, 2010
A humorous tale shows unconventional problem‑solving can win over strict expectations.
In simple terms: Creative tactics can succeed where usual skills fail.
Key Takeaway
Embrace creative thinking.
Themes
creativity
unconventional methods
workplace dynamics
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
anecdotal
humorous
When to use this quote
- job interview
- team leadership
- decision making
Key Concepts
problem solving
authority challenge
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it appropriate to bend rules?
- How to balance creativity with professionalism?
A Different Perspective
May such tactics backfire in formal settings.
