Classic Quote by Reid Hoffman
“When you have an idea, a classic entrepreneurial impulse is to hold the idea close to you and not tell people and that's almost always a mistake.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast “How I Built This”, 2018
Keeping ideas secret often prevents feedback, collaboration, and improvement, leading to missed opportunities.
In simple terms: Sharing ideas helps them grow.
Key Takeaway
Share early, seek input.
Themes
entrepreneurship
communication
collaboration
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
advisory
motivational
When to use this quote
- startup brainstorming
- product development
- team meetings
- investor pitches
Key Concepts
feedback loops
network effects
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What feedback could improve your idea?
- How do you balance secrecy and openness?
A Different Perspective
Ideas can be stolen or misinterpreted if shared too early.
