Air Quote by Guy Kawasaki
“Knowledge is great. Competence is great. But the combination of both encourages people to trust you and increases your powers of enchantment. And in this world, the combination is a breath of fresh air.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of the Start 2.0 by Guy Kawasaki, 2015
Combining knowledge and competence builds trust and enhances influence, offering a refreshing approach.
In simple terms: Knowledge plus competence earns trust and power.
Key Takeaway
Develop both expertise and skill.
Themes
trust
leadership
influence
Mood
inspirational
practical
Type
advisory
motivational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- entrepreneurship
- team building
- public speaking
- consulting
Key Concepts
expertise
skill synergy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance confidence with humility?
- In what ways can you demonstrate competence to others?
A Different Perspective
Without humility, this combo can become arrogance.
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![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)