Skip to content

Advice-to-beginners Quote by Joshua Hartzell

“Telling a story about something you know nothing about is like starting a new job without the training.” quote by Joshua Hartzell
Download Open image
““Telling a story about something you know nothing about is like starting a new job without the training.””

Joshua Hartzell

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business podcast, 2022

Attempting work without knowledge is as reckless as starting a job untrained.

In simple terms: Know before you act.

Key Takeaway

Learn first, act later.

Themes

expertise preparation risk

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

advisory practical

When to use this quote

  • new job onboarding
  • project planning
  • skill development
  • consulting

Key Concepts

epistemology skill acquisition competence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps will you take to acquire necessary knowledge?
  • When is it acceptable to act with limited info?
A Different Perspective

Learning takes time; urgency may force imperfect action.

3.9 out of 5 (4 ratings)

More by Joshua Hartzell

Explore all 5 Joshua Hartzell quotes

More Advice-to-beginners quotes

Browse all 8 Advice-to-beginners quotes