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“Countries that innovate first get the new jobs, developing an economic edge over the C-free laggards that end up having to later import the technology.” quote by William H. Calvin
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“Countries that innovate first get the new jobs, developing an economic edge over the C-free laggards that end up having to later import the technology.”

William H. Calvin

About This Quote

Source Book: The Edge of Innovation, 1995

Early adopters of new technologies gain economic advantages and create jobs before others.

In simple terms: Innovation first yields job growth and edge.

Key Takeaway

Invest in emerging tech early.

Themes

economics technology innovation

Mood

analytical optimistic

Type

economic technological

When to use this quote

  • startup funding
  • policy making
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

competitive advantage job creation technology diffusion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can developing nations catch up?
  • What policies support early tech adoption?
A Different Perspective

Lagging economies may lack resources to adopt.

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