Certainty Quote by Margaret Heffernan
“Certainty is no guarantor of correctness.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Uncharted: How to Map the Future, 2018
Certainty does not guarantee truth; being sure can blind us to errors and alternatives.
In simple terms: Surety isn’t proof of correctness.
Question assumptions before acting.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- strategic planning
- scientific research
- policy drafting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you mistaken confidence for correctness?
- How do you balance confidence with humility?
Overconfidence can lead to costly mistakes.