Design Quote by Steve Jobs
“A lot of people in our industry haven't had very diverse experiences. So they don't have enough dots to connect, and they end up with very linear solutions without a broad perspective on the problem. The broader one's understanding of the human experience, the better design we will have.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Stanford Commencement Address, 2005
Limited diverse experiences lead to narrow thinking; broad human understanding enriches design and problem‑solving.
In simple terms: Diverse experiences create better design.
Key Takeaway
Broaden experiences to improve design perspective.
Themes
diversity
design
human experience
innovation
perspective
Mood
motivational
forward‑looking
Type
leadership
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- team building
- education
- career planning
Key Concepts
technology
leadership
design thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you expose yourself to varied perspectives?
- What habits broaden your understanding of humanity?
A Different Perspective
Diversity alone doesn't guarantee insight; execution matters.
