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“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.” quote by Peter Senge
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““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.””

Peter Senge

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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.

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