Contrary Quote by Larry Ellison
“We have been doing things that are contrary; the things that people tell us won't work from the beginning. In fact, the only way to get ahead is to find errors in conventional wisdom.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Oracle CEO Keynote, 2012
Progress comes from challenging prevailing beliefs; identifying flaws in accepted ideas opens paths to advancement.
In simple terms: Question conventional wisdom to advance.
Key Takeaway
Seek errors in accepted ideas.
Themes
innovation
critical thinking
disruption
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- market entry
- process improvement
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
paradigm shift
strategic analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions in your field could be wrong?
- How do you test unconventional ideas?
A Different Perspective
Challenging norms can meet resistance and uncertainty.
