Innovation Quote by Eric von Hippel
““each innovator will tend to develop innovations that draw on the sticky information it already has, because that is””
About This Quote
Innovators tend to build on existing knowledge because it is readily accessible and less risky.
In simple terms: People use what they already know.
Key Takeaway
Leverage existing expertise before seeking new info.
Themes
innovation
knowledge
risk
creativity
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
advice
insight
When to use this quote
- product development
- research labs
- startup brainstorming
- R&D meetings
Key Concepts
sticky information
cognitive bias
path dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you break out of existing knowledge constraints?
- When should you seek external input?
A Different Perspective
May limit breakthrough ideas that require radically new concepts.
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