Quote by Robert Half

There is something that is much more scarce, something rarer than ability. It is the ability to recognize ability.

There is something that is much more scarce, something rarer

Summary

This quote emphasizes that the ability to recognize talent or ability in others is far more rare and valuable than possessing abilities oneself. It suggests that merely having a skill or talent is not enough, but truly discerning and acknowledging others' capabilities is a unique and precious attribute. By highlighting the scarcity of this quality, the quote emphasizes the importance of being able to identify and appreciate the abilities of others.

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Ability

By Robert Half

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