Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character.
William Arthur WardRead
Men never plan to be failures; they simply fail to plan to be successful
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success requires intention and planning; failure often results from a lack of both.
This quote by William Arthur Ward emphasizes the importance of planning in achieving success. It suggests that while many people aspire to succeed, they often neglect the necessary steps and strategies required to attain their goals, leading to unintentional failure. The underlying message is that without a clear plan and purposeful actions, success is unlikely to happen.
Themes
SuccessPlanningFailureGoalsIntention
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to young entrepreneurs.
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