Passion is the quickest to develop, and the quickest to fade. Intimacy develops more slowly, and commitment more gradually still.
Robert SternbergRead
If you're not adapting to the very rapidly changing environment, if you can't think creatively, you lose big in this society because there are very few jobs for you left.
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What this quote means
Adapting to change and thinking creatively are crucial for success in a rapidly evolving society.
The quote emphasizes the importance of adaptability and creativity in today's fast-paced world. As environments shift and evolve, those who fail to adjust their thinking and approaches will struggle to find opportunities, leaving them at a disadvantage in the job market.
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AdaptationCreativityChangeJobsSociety
In practice
Example use cases
This quote would be perfect in a speech about the importance of innovation in business.
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