Quote by Alfred P. Sloan

If you do it right 51 percent of the time you will end up a hero.

If you do it right 51 percent of the time you will end up a

Summary

This quote suggests that successful outcomes depend on consistently making the right decisions or taking the right actions just slightly more often than not. Even if someone is not perfect or makes mistakes roughly 49 percent of the time, being correct or accomplishing goals at least 51 percent of the time can still lead to achieving a heroic status or being seen as successful. It highlights the importance of consistently making good choices, as even a slight majority of positive outcomes can lead to great rewards or recognition.

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By Alfred P. Sloan

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