Blank Quote by George Gilder
“The key role of entrepreneurs, like the most crucial role of scientists, is not to fill in the gaps in an existing market or theory, but to generate entirely new markets or theories. . .They stand before a canvas as empty as any painter's; a page as blank as any poet's.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Wealth and Poverty by George Gilder, 1990
Entrepreneurs must create new markets and ideas, not just improve existing ones.
In simple terms: Create new markets, not just fill gaps.
Key Takeaway
Focus on innovation and original creation.
Themes
entrepreneurship
innovation
creativity
Mood
inspirational
challenging
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- startup founding
- product development
- research labs
- policy making
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
market creation
disruption
originality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify untapped needs?
- What resources are needed to launch a new market?
A Different Perspective
New markets still need demand and resources to thrive.
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