--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: One machine can do the work of hundred…" description: "\"One machine can do the work of hundred ordinary men but no machine can do the work of one extra ordinary man.\" — SmartMuslimAnas" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a1f/smartmuslimanas-278720_computers_one-machine-can-do-the-work-of-hundred-o_14769.jpg" --- # One machine can do the work of hundred ordinary men but no… ![“One machine can do the work of hundred ordinary men but no machine can do the work of one extra ordinary man.” quote by SmartMuslimAnas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a1f/smartmuslimanas-278720_computers_one-machine-can-do-the-work-of-hundred-o_14769.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a1f/smartmuslimanas-278720_computers_one-machine-can-do-the-work-of-hundred-o_14769.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a1f/smartmuslimanas-278720_computers_one-machine-can-do-the-work-of-hundred-o_14769.jpg) > “One machine can do the work of hundred ordinary men but no machine can do the work of one extra ordinary man.” [SmartMuslimAnas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/smartmuslimanas/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Human talent and ingenuity surpass machines; collective effort matters, but extraordinary individuals can outshine technology. **In simple terms:** People can do more than machines, especially exceptional individuals. Key Takeaway Value unique human contributions. Themes inspiration human potential technology teamwork excellence Mood motivational reflective Type Computers:1 Inspiring:1 Life lesson:1 Machine:1 Motivation:1 Ordinary man:0 Men Machine:0 Machine Work:0 Ordinary Men:0 When to use this quote - business strategy - pandemic response - personal development Key Concepts innovation leadership motivation Questions to Reflect On - How can organizations nurture exceptional talent? - What limits do machines face in creative tasks? 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