Impossible Quote by Satoru Iwata
“The term 'innovative' or 'innovation' is often vague or ambiguous. But in our definition, innovation means to make something which people think impossible possible.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Nintendo Developer Conference, 2012
Innovation is turning the impossible into something people accept as possible, cutting through vague buzzwords.
In simple terms: Making the impossible possible.
Key Takeaway
Focus on concrete breakthroughs.
Themes
creativity
technology
progress
Mood
inspired
determined
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- product development
- R&D
- startup culture
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
disruption
possibility
design thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure true innovation?
- What barriers seem impossible today?
A Different Perspective
Vague definitions can stall action and mislead expectations.
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