Quote by P. T. (Phineas Taylor) Barnum

Never attempt to catch a whale with a minnow.

Never attempt to catch a whale with a minnow.

Summary

This quote means that one should never underestimate the difficulty of a task or try to achieve a big goal with inadequate resources or effort. It emphasizes the importance of proper planning, preparation, and having the necessary means to accomplish something significant. Trying to tackle a colossal challenge with a small and insufficient approach is futile. Instead, one should use appropriate tools, strategies, and resources that match the scale and requirements of the objective at hand.

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By P. T. (Phineas Taylor) Barnum

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