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“It takes creativity at every stage to make the discontinuous leap from one level of knowledge to the next. These discontinuous leaps of understanding lead to insights that in turn lead to value creation.” quote by John Kao
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“It takes creativity at every stage to make the discontinuous leap from one level of knowledge to the next. These discontinuous leaps of understanding lead to insights that in turn lead to value creation.”

John Kao

About This Quote

Source Book: Innovation Nation, 2010

Advancing knowledge requires bold, creative jumps that generate new value.

In simple terms: Creative leaps drive progress.

Key Takeaway

Embrace bold ideas.

Themes

creativity knowledge value creation

Mood

optimistic strategic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • research labs
  • product development
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

discontinuous learning innovation cycles strategic risk

Questions to Reflect On

  • What bold step could you take now?
  • How do you balance risk and reward?
A Different Perspective

Creative leaps can be risky and costly.

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