Quote by Nicholas Murray Butler

An expert is one who knows more and more about less and less.

An expert is one who knows more and more about less and less

Summary

This quote suggests that expertise involves the gradual narrowing of focus in a specific field or subject. As one becomes an expert, they accumulate knowledge and information, delving deeper into their chosen area of specialty. In this process, their understanding of the larger scope may diminish, as their expertise becomes highly concentrated. Ultimately, the quote implies that true expertise lies in acquiring a comprehensive understanding of a particular topic while sacrificing broad, general knowledge.

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