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“Work is, after all, not a busy running back and forth in established grooves, though that is the essence of our modern business and academic life, but the supreme energy and disciplined curiosity required to cut new grooves.” quote by Hugh Nibley
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“Work is, after all, not a busy running back and forth in established grooves, though that is the essence of our modern business and academic life, but the supreme energy and disciplined curiosity required to cut new grooves.”

Hugh Nibley

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Source Speech: Lecture on Innovation, date unknown

True progress requires creative curiosity and disciplined effort, not just routine work within existing structures.

In simple terms: Innovation needs curiosity and discipline, not just routine work.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate curiosity to create new paths.

Themes

innovation curiosity discipline

Mood

thoughtful inspired

Type

lecture motivational

When to use this quote

  • business development
  • academic research
  • personal projects
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

creative thinking risk taking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new 'groove' could you carve in your field?
  • How can you balance routine with curiosity?
A Different Perspective

Routine can stifle breakthrough ideas.

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