Data Quote by Gary A. Klein
“You need to take your gut feeling as an important data point, but then you have to consciously and deliberately evaluate it, to see if it makes sense in this context.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Sources of Power, Gary Klein, 1998
Gut feelings are valuable data, but must be examined deliberately for relevance.
In simple terms: Trust instincts, then test them.
Key Takeaway
Balance intuition with analysis.
Themes
decision making
intuition
analysis
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- personal choices
- medical diagnosis
- creative projects
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you trusted a gut feeling that proved wrong?
- What steps do you take to verify intuition?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on gut can lead to errors if not checked.
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