We run the company by questions, not by answers.
Eric SchmidtRead
When the Internet publicity began, I remember being struck by how much the world was not the way we thought it was, that there was infinite variation in how people viewed the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the disparity between perceptions of reality and the vast diversity of perspectives revealed by the internet.
Eric Schmidt's quote reflects on the transformative impact of the internet on our understanding of the world. It suggests that the rise of online communication unveiled a myriad of perspectives and experiences, emphasizing that reality is not monolithic but rather a complex tapestry of individual views shaped by diverse backgrounds and cultures.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about social media's impact on society, one might use this quote to illustrate the diverse opinions that emerge online.
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