Breeders Quote by Jason Epstein
“Technological change is discontinuous. The monks in their scriptoria did not invent the printing press, horse breeders did not invent the motorcar, and the music industry did not invent the iPod or launch iTunes.”
About This Quote
Technological breakthroughs often arise from unrelated fields, not the ones most associated with them.
In simple terms: Innovation comes from unexpected sources.
Seek cross‑disciplinary ideas.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product design
- research labs
- entrepreneurial strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you bridge gaps between domains?
- What barriers hinder adoption?
Not all fields are equally receptive to new tech.