--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Never say ‘you don’t know’, say, ‘I’ll…" description: "\"Never say ‘you don’t know’, say, ‘I’ll find out!’\" — Jim Michaels" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dd9/jim-michaels-67293_knows_never-say-you-don-t-know-say-i-ll-find-o_1552087.jpg" --- # Never say ‘you don’t know’, say, ‘I’ll find out!’ ![“Never say ‘you don’t know’, say, ‘I’ll find out!’” quote by Jim Michaels](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dd9/jim-michaels-67293_knows_never-say-you-don-t-know-say-i-ll-find-o_1552087.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dd9/jim-michaels-67293_knows_never-say-you-don-t-know-say-i-ll-find-o_1552087.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dd9/jim-michaels-67293_knows_never-say-you-don-t-know-say-i-ll-find-o_1552087.jpg) > “Never say ‘you don’t know’, say, ‘I’ll find out!’” Jim Michaels ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Encourages proactive learning instead of admitting ignorance. **In simple terms:** Ask to learn rather than say you don’t know. Key Takeaway Seek answers actively. Themes learning confidence growth mindset Mood inspirational encouraging Type motivational advice When to use this quote - team meetings - problem solving - career development Key Concepts proactive inquiry self‑efficacy Questions to Reflect On - What steps will you take to find out? - When is it okay to admit lack of knowledge? 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