Certainty Quote by Scott D. Anthony
“Anything that has low certainty or has a lot of impact should be tested early.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Innovation Playbook, Scott D. Anthony, 2018
Low‑certainty, high‑impact ideas should be validated early to reduce risk.
In simple terms: Test risky, impactful ideas early.
Key Takeaway
Prototype and test early.
Themes
innovation
risk
testing
impact
uncertainty
Mood
practical
strategic
Type
business
inspirational
When to use this quote
- startup launches
- policy design
- R&D projects
- market entry
Key Concepts
lean methodology
product development
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance speed and thoroughness?
- What metrics indicate early testing success?
A Different Perspective
Early testing can be costly and time‑consuming.
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