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“was also true when it came to personal commitments. If he knew for sure a course of action was right, he was unstoppable. But if he had doubts, he sometimes withdrew, preferring not to think about things that did not perfectly suit him. As happened when Amelio had asked him what role he wanted to” quote by Walter Isaacson
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““was also true when it came to personal commitments. If he knew for sure a course of action was right, he was unstoppable. But if he had doubts, he sometimes withdrew, preferring not to think about things that did not perfectly suit him. As happened when Amelio had asked him what role he wanted to””

Walter Isaacson

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

Confidence drives decisive action; doubt leads to hesitation and avoidance.

In simple terms: When sure, act; when doubtful, pause.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate confidence in decisions.

Themes

confidence decision-making self-doubt

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • personal goals
  • career choices

Key Concepts

psychology leadership motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What decisions do you doubt?
  • How can you balance confidence and caution?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can blind one to risks.

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