Dumb Quote by Leonard Cohen
“If you're squeezed for information, / that's when you've got to play it dumb: / You just say you're out there waiting / for the miracle, for the miracle to come.”
About This Quote
When lacking information, feign ignorance and wait for a solution to appear.
In simple terms: Play dumb to buy time.
Key Takeaway
Patience and strategic silence.
Themes
strategy
patience
uncertainty
Mood
thoughtful
calm
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- negotiations
- investigations
- creative brainstorming
- crisis management
- personal dilemmas
Key Concepts
information asymmetry
psychology
waiting tactics
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to ask than wait?
- How does silence influence outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Risk of missing opportunities by not seeking answers.
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