>I think there should be an antithesis to the Dunning–Kruger effect: exceptionally-intelligent people don't achieve their potential, because their ability to see all possible roadblocks kills their confidence.
People shouldn't clamor for fog on the mountains they're going to climb to not get discouraged. They should develop enough self control to accept a challenge with eyes open. Then they know where they're stepping and can plan, as the mountain is in view, instead of shrouded in fog.
I mean, do you do brain research in a startup? I know I've been in my business for 4 years here after taking measured steps for years before that and it worked out fine.
Funny, because that's exactly why I got mine. :) -It's worked out fine.
I think there should be an antithesis to the Dunning–Kruger effect: exceptionally-intelligent people don't achieve their potential, because their ability to see all possible roadblocks kills their confidence.
Bertrand Russel put it more succinctly: "The trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure and the intelligent are full of doubt."
Sometimes you have to dare to be stupid. :)