<!-- bryant-content-generator:start --> # The first proof of an idea does not need to... > The first proof of an idea does not need to contain the final institution. It needs to demonstrate the smallest complete function that another person can see, test, remember, or use. A working fragment creates more opportunity than an invisible masterpiece waiting for perfect conditions. **Source:** [[livestreams/Creating Opportunity With Limited Resources - Workbook|Creating Opportunity With Limited Resources]] ## Share on Social Media ``` “The first proof of an idea does not need to contain the final institution. It needs to demonstrate the smallest complete function that another person can see, test, remember, or use. A working fragment creates more opportunity than an invisible masterpiece waiting for perfect conditions.” — Bryant McGill https://bryantmcgill.com/quotes/quotes-first-proof-idea-waiting-perfect-conditions ``` <!-- bryant-content-generator:end -->