Quote by Donald Rumsfeld

Success tends to go not to the person who is error-free, because he also tends to be risk-averse. Rather it goes to the person who recognizes that life is pretty much a percentage business. It isn't making mistakes that's critical; it's correcting them and getting on with the principal task.

Success tends to go not to the person who is error-free, bec

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of embracing risk and learning from mistakes in order to achieve success. It suggests that individuals who are fearful of making errors often miss out on opportunities for growth and progress. Success, on the other hand, comes to those who understand that life involves taking calculated risks and acknowledges that mistakes are inevitable. The key lies in acknowledging and rectifying these mistakes swiftly and efficiently, while staying focused on the main objective.

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Success & Failure

By Donald Rumsfeld

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