Innovation Quote by Jonathan Ive
“To do something innovative means that you reject reason.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2015 Design Talk, Jonathan Ive, The Verge
Innovation often requires abandoning conventional logic to explore new possibilities.
In simple terms: Being innovative means rejecting ordinary reason.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty to create breakthroughs.
Themes
creativity
innovation
design thinking
Mood
inquisitive
inspired
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- artistic projects
- technology research
- entrepreneurial ventures
Key Concepts
design theory
risk taking
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it okay to ignore logic?
- How do you balance reason and imagination?
A Different Perspective
Rejecting reason can lead to impractical ideas without grounding.
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