Treat failure as a lesson on how not to approach achieving a goal, and then use that learning to improve your chances of success when you try again. Failure is only the end if you decide to stop.
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Engage your emotions at work. Your instincts and emotions are there to help you.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Emotions are valuable assets in the workplace that can guide decisions and enhance performance.
This quote by Richard Branson emphasizes the importance of engaging with one's emotions while at work. It suggests that emotions and instincts are not merely distractions but are tools that can aid in better decision-making and contribute to a more fulfilling work experience.
Themes
EmotionsWorkInstinctsMotivationDecision-Making
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to a corporate team to boost morale.
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