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“... anything is better than indecision. We must decide. If I am wrong, we shall soon find out and can do the other thing. But not to decide wastes both time and money and may ruin everything.” quote by Ulysses S. Grant
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“... anything is better than indecision. We must decide. If I am wrong, we shall soon find out and can do the other thing. But not to decide wastes both time and money and may ruin everything.”

Ulysses S. Grant

About This Quote

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

He urges decisive action over indecision, emphasizing that making a wrong choice is better than doing nothing

In simple terms: Decide quickly, even if wrong, rather than stagnate

Key Takeaway

Take action, avoid paralysis

Themes

decision action risk

Mood

determined urgent

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Business strategy meetings
  • personal life choices
  • emergency response planning

Key Concepts

Leadership decision theory time management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small decision can you make today?
  • How do you assess risk when choosing?
A Different Perspective

Decisions can have costly consequences if delayed

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