Clever Quote by Jake Barton
“It's not very hard to be clever. It's far harder to be simple, obvious, and meaningful.”
About This Quote
Being clever is easy; being simple, obvious, and meaningful is far harder.
In simple terms: Simplicity beats cleverness.
Seek clarity over complexity.
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When to use this quote
- writing
- teaching
- leadership
- design
- problem solving
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you simplify your message?
- What does simplicity mean to you?
Cleverness can mask lack of depth.