There are many things that you can't measure. But the great fun of what I do for a living is figuring out ways to measure things that people previously considered intangible.
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I learned to write because I am one of those people who somehow cannot manage the common communications of smiles and gestures, but must use words to get across things that other people would never need to say.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the necessity of words for those who struggle with non-verbal communication.
Bill James emphasizes the importance of writing as a means of expression for individuals who find it difficult to convey thoughts and feelings through conventional gestures or smiles. For him, the written word becomes a vital tool to articulate what others might express effortlessly, highlighting a fundamental difference in how people communicate and connect.
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CommunicationWritingExpressionWordsNonverbal
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During a speech on the importance of writing in personal expression.
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