Bigs Quote by Muhammad Yunus
“I'm finding that knocking at their mindsets is hard work. A simple knock will not make it crawl. I was trying to push it. I was trying to find a bird's eye view where I could find a big solution. So this is what I was trying.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Social Business Forum, 2008
Changing entrenched mindsets requires persistent effort; a single attempt won't shift deep beliefs.
In simple terms: Mindsets are hard to change; persistence is needed.
Key Takeaway
Commit to sustained, strategic engagement.
Themes
social change
mindset
perseverance
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- community development
- policy reform
- education programs
- entrepreneurial ventures
- public health campaigns
Key Concepts
behavioral economics
innovation
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies sustain long‑term mindset shifts?
- How can you measure progress in changing attitudes?
A Different Perspective
Deeply held beliefs may resist rational arguments.
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