Able Quote by Gordon Gould
“But certainly the laser proved to be what I realized it was going to be. At that moment in my life I was too ignorant in business law to be able to do it right, and if I did it over again probably the same damn thing would happen.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Reflection, 1990
Laser success was limited by legal ignorance; repeating mistakes likely yields similar outcomes.
In simple terms: Lack of legal knowledge hinders success.
Key Takeaway
Learn business law before acting.
Themes
technology
law
learning
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- product development
- legal counsel
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
intellectual property
regulatory compliance
Questions to Reflect On
- What legal aspects are critical for tech ventures?
- How can you stay updated on regulations?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems evolve, may differ now.
![“A laser is a weak source of energy. A laser takes [only] a few watts of energy and focuses them in a coherent stream of light. But with a laser, you can drill a hole in a diamond or wipe out cancer.” quote by Al Ries](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/26c/al-ries-14351_cancer_a-laser-is-a-weak-source-of-energy-a-las_1469468.jpg)
