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“For most Builders, the journey is like shooting for the moon and instead hitting Mars-perhaps a better, but different outcome than envisioned. Builders are the first to admit (at least, in private) that planning works, but as the adage goes, the plan itself, rarely does.” quote by Jerry I. Porras
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“For most Builders, the journey is like shooting for the moon and instead hitting Mars-perhaps a better, but different outcome than envisioned. Builders are the first to admit (at least, in private) that planning works, but as the adage goes, the plan itself, rarely does.”

Jerry I. Porras

About This Quote

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

Great projects aim high but often end with unexpected, still valuable results; planning is essential yet rarely perfect.

In simple terms: Big goals may lead to unexpected outcomes; plans rarely work perfectly.

Key Takeaway

Embrace flexibility, learn from outcomes.

Themes

leadership innovation adaptability

Mood

optimistic pragmatic

Type

motivational strategic

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurship
  • product development
  • career planning

Key Concepts

Systems thinking resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you adapt when plans fail?
  • What value lies in unexpected results?
A Different Perspective

Plans are imperfect guides, not guarantees.

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