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“In a knowledge-driven economy, talk is real work.”

Thomas H. Davenport

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Source Speech: Knowledge Economy Conference, 2005

In a knowledge‑driven economy, communication and information processing are as productive as physical labor.

In simple terms: Talk is real work in a knowledge economy.

Key Takeaway

Value communication as productive work.

Themes

economy knowledge productivity

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

business philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business meetings
  • remote collaboration
  • consulting
  • policy drafting

Key Concepts

information theory human capital

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your organization reward knowledge work?
  • What barriers prevent effective communication?
A Different Perspective

If communication is work, it must be measured and compensated.

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