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“You will never stub your toe standing still. The faster you go, the more chance there is of stubbing your toe, but the more chance you have of getting somewhere.” quote by Charles Kettering
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“You will never stub your toe standing still. The faster you go, the more chance there is of stubbing your toe, but the more chance you have of getting somewhere.”

Charles Kettering

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Moving quickly brings risk but also progress; staying still avoids injury but halts advancement.

In simple terms: Speed brings risk and reward; stillness avoids risk but stops progress.

Key Takeaway

Balance speed with caution.

Themes

risk progress movement

Mood

determined optimistic

Type

motivational pragmatic

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • sports
  • travel
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

Opportunity cost risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you gauge when to accelerate?
  • What safeguards can you add while moving fast?
A Different Perspective

Too much speed can lead to burnout or mistakes.

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