Quote by Bernard Ebbers

I know what I don't know. To this day, I don't know technology, and I don't know finance or accounting.

I know what I don't know. To this day, I don't know technolo

Summary

This quote implies that the speaker is aware of their lack of knowledge in certain areas, such as technology, finance, and accounting. It suggests that despite their success in other areas, they openly admit their limitations and acknowledge that they have not acquired expertise in these domains. This quote reflects humility and self-awareness, highlighting the importance of recognizing one's own gaps in knowledge and being honest about it.

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By Bernard Ebbers

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