Quote by Alan Kay

Perspective is worth 80 IQ points.

Perspective is worth 80 IQ points.

Summary

This quote suggests that having the right perspective is more valuable than having a high IQ. It implies that the way you perceive and interpret situations is more important and influential than raw intelligence alone. In other words, a person with a smart and open-minded perspective can often make better decisions and find creative solutions, even if their intellectual capacity may not be exceptionally high. It captures the idea that a broad and insightful perspective can compensate for or enhance cognitive abilities, leading to greater success and understanding in life.

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Wisdom

By Alan Kay

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