Everyone who's ever taken a shower has an idea. It's the person who gets out of the shower, dries off and does something about it who makes a difference.
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A lot of people have ideas, but there are few who decide to do something about them now. Not tomorrow. Not next week. But today. The true entrepreneur is a doer, not a dreamer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of taking immediate action on ideas rather than postponing them.
Nolan Bushnell's quote underscores the distinction between those who merely conceive ideas and those who actively pursue them. It highlights that true entrepreneurs are not just dreamers; they take initiative and make decisions to realize their visions right away, reflecting a proactive mindset necessary for success.
Themes
EntrepreneurActionIdeasMotivationSuccess
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to inspire a team during a brainstorming session to encourage immediate implementation of ideas.
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