Green technologies - going green - is bigger than the Internet. It could be the biggest economic opportunity of the 21st century.
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If you can't invent the future, the next best thing is to fund it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Investing in ideas and innovations is crucial for shaping the future.
This quote by John Doerr emphasizes the importance of supporting and funding new ideas and technologies as a way to influence the future positively. While not everyone can create groundbreaking inventions, actively choosing to invest in promising ventures allows individuals to contribute to advancements that can lead to significant societal changes.
Themes
FutureInvestmentInnovationSupportIdeas
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speech at a startup event discussing the importance of funding innovative projects.
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