Quote by Thomas John Watson, Sr.

You can be discouraged by failure, or you can learn from it. So go ahead and make mistakes, make all you can. Because, remember that's where you'll find success - on the far side of failure.

You can be discouraged by failure, or you can learn from it.

Summary

This quote highlights the two different attitudes one can have towards failure. Instead of becoming discouraged and giving up in the face of failure, one can choose to view it as an opportunity for growth and learning. It encourages individuals to not be afraid of making mistakes and to embrace them in order to ultimately find success. By shifting the perspective on failure, it suggests that success often lies beyond the realm of initial setbacks.

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By Thomas John Watson, Sr.

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