Quote by John Charles Salak

Failures are divided into two classes -- those who thought and never did, and those who did and never thought.

Failures are divided into two classes -- those who thought a

Summary

This quote suggests that failures can be categorized into two groups. The first group includes individuals who have ideas and thoughts but fail to put them into action. These people may hesitate, procrastinate, or lack the courage to execute their plans. The second group refers to those who take action without proper thought or planning. They may rush into decisions without considering the consequences or strategy. Ultimately, this quote highlights the importance of combining both thoughtful consideration and decisive action to avoid failure.

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By John Charles Salak

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