Been Quote by Jeremy Stoppelman
“There's been resistance to every new technology that's ever been introduced. When books came out hundreds of years ago, there were complaints that it would destroy the oral tradition. Some of those fears were justified, but it didn't stop the rise of the written word. And books have proven to be incredibly useful.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Tech Conference, 2018
New technologies face resistance, yet they often become essential despite early fears.
In simple terms: Resistance is natural, but progress persists.
Key Takeaway
Embrace innovation despite doubts.
Themes
technology
change
history
Mood
analytical
hopeful
Type
historical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- market adoption
- public policy
- education programs
Key Concepts
innovation diffusion
sociology of tech
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears are justified with new tech?
- How can society address valid concerns while advancing?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate legitimate concerns about impact.
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