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Analysis Quote by Victor Sheymov

“We rarely make mistakes in analysis. We usually make them in our assumptions.” quote by Victor Sheymov
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““We rarely make mistakes in analysis. We usually make them in our assumptions.””

Victor Sheymov

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Decision Making, 2010

Mistakes arise from faulty premises, not from analytical steps themselves.

In simple terms: Wrong assumptions cause errors.

Key Takeaway

Check assumptions before analyzing.

Themes

decision-making analysis assumptions

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • scientific research
  • personal budgeting

Key Concepts

critical thinking error prevention

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden assumptions underlie your current project?
  • How can you test assumptions efficiently?
A Different Perspective

Assumptions are hard to detect and can be biased.

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