You will never stub your toe standing still. The faster you go, the more chance there is of stubbing your toe, but the more chance you have of getting somewhere.
Charles KetteringRead
We have reason not to be afraid of the machine, for there is always constructive change, the enemy of machines, making them change to fit new conditions.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace technological changes as they lead to progress and adaptation.
This quote by Charles Kettering emphasizes that machines, as tools created by humans, are not inherently fearful. Instead, they must adapt through constructive change, driven by human innovation and evolving circumstances, ultimately leading to advancements in technology and industry.
Themes
TechnologyChangeInnovationAdaptationProgress
In practice
Example use cases
In a tech conference discussing the future of automation, this quote can encourage attendees to embrace change.
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