Quote by Vince Cable

My time at Shell was a most valuable experience because it taught me to look at the world in a long-term way. Shell takes a 20-year view on events and plans for different scenarios. It makes you see the world as a kind of large matrix.

My time at Shell was a most valuable experience because it t

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This quote highlights the valuable experience gained by the speaker during their time at Shell. Working at the company taught them to adopt a long-term perspective when approaching situations. Shell's focus on planning for different scenarios up to 20 years in advance enabled the speaker to perceive the world as a complex matrix of possibilities. This experience likely broadened their understanding of global dynamics and the interconnectedness of various factors that shape the future.

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