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Noun Quote by Malcolm Gladwell

“out·li·er \-,l()r\ noun 1: something that is situated away from or classed differently from” quote by Malcolm Gladwell
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““out·li·er \-,l()r\ noun 1: something that is situated away from or classed differently from””

Malcolm Gladwell

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Source Book: “Outliers” (glossary)

An outlier is someone positioned apart from the norm.

In simple terms: Outlier: someone different.

Key Takeaway

Recognize unique positions.

Themes

difference exceptionality statistics

Mood

analytical neutral

Type

educational informative

When to use this quote

  • education
  • workplace
  • innovation

Key Concepts

social science psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you leverage being an outlier?
  • What challenges arise?
A Different Perspective

Being different can isolate.

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