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“You can change only what people know, not what they do.” quote by Scott Adams
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“You can change only what people know, not what they do.”

Scott Adams

About This Quote

Changing knowledge influences attitudes, but behavior often resists mere information.

In simple terms: Knowledge shifts views, not actions.

Key Takeaway

Target attitudes, then shape habits.

Themes

education behavior influence

Mood

reflective critical

Type

analytical motivational

When to use this quote

  • marketing campaigns
  • public policy
  • organizational training

Key Concepts

cognitive dissonance social learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we align incentives with new knowledge?
  • What barriers keep behavior static?
A Different Perspective

People may ignore new facts if incentives stay unchanged.

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