Public Knowledge Quote by Peter Senge
““If we cannot express our assumptions explicitly in ways that others can understand and build upon, there can be no larger process of testing those assumptions and building public knowledge.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Fifth Discipline, Peter Senge, 1990
Explicitly stating assumptions enables collective testing and knowledge building, essential for progress.
In simple terms: Clear assumptions allow shared learning.
Key Takeaway
Articulate and examine your assumptions.
Themes
learning
assumptions
collaboration
knowledge building
Mood
inquisitive
analytical
optimistic
Type
business
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- research projects
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
systems thinking
organizational learning
transparent communication
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden assumptions shape your decisions?
- How can teams foster open dialogue about beliefs?
A Different Perspective
Assumptions may be deeply hidden or resisted.
