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“There's nothing worse than trying to patch something or make do. If there wasn't something there in the beginning, it won't be there at the end.” quote by Angus Young
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“There's nothing worse than trying to patch something or make do. If there wasn't something there in the beginning, it won't be there at the end.”

Angus Young

About This Quote

Source Song lyric: “Patch It Up”, 1995, rock album

Attempts to fix something after neglect fail; original flaws persist without early attention.

In simple terms: Neglect leads to irreversible problems.

Key Takeaway

Address issues early before they worsen.

Themes

prevention accountability integrity

Mood

reflective pragmatic

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • project management
  • software development
  • home repairs
  • health check‑ups
  • organizational change

Key Concepts

systems thinking cause and effect maintenance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What early signs do you ignore?
  • How can you build a culture of proactive maintenance?
A Different Perspective

Some problems may be unsolvable despite early action.

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