Embracing Trust: The Wikipedia Story
The founder of Wikipedia, Jimmy Wales, notes that the platform's success showcases the positive outcomes of trust between strangers.
"I assumed we were going to have to lock things down or something like that. But actually, we found out trusting people does work… Trusting in human decency and the willingness of people to volunteer to do something that's useful really did pay off,"
Wales shares his insights in an interview with RNZ's Saturday Morning, highlighting the importance of trust in the creation and growth of Wikipedia.
The Evolution of Trust
Initially, Wales was nervous about the reliability of user-generated content, but over time, he learned to trust in the decency of people and their willingness to contribute positively.
Key Takeaways
- Wikipedia's success demonstrates the power of trust between strangers.
- Trusting in human decency and volunteerism can lead to positive outcomes.
- Authenticity, empathy, and logic are essential components of trust, as discussed in Wales' new book, The Seven Rules of Trust.
Author's summary: Wikipedia's founder Jimmy Wales shares his journey towards embracing trust.
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