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“Whatever career you're in, assume it's going to be a massive failure. That way, you're not making decisions based on success, money and career. You're only making it based on doing what you love.” quote by Brian Chesky
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“Whatever career you're in, assume it's going to be a massive failure. That way, you're not making decisions based on success, money and career. You're only making it based on doing what you love.”

Brian Chesky

About This Quote

Source Speech: Airbnb Founders Talk, 2017

Assume failure to free yourself from success‑driven fear, allowing decisions based on passion rather than profit.

In simple terms: Pretend you’ll fail to focus on love, not money.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize passion over profit.

Themes

risk passion career mindset

Mood

candid encouraging

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • startup planning
  • career change
  • creative projects
  • investment decisions

Key Concepts

entrepreneurship psychology motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does fear of failure affect your choices?
  • Can you balance passion with practical needs?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on failure can cause paralysis.

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