Assuming Quote by Brian Chesky
“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.”
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.
Prioritize passion over profit.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup planning
- career change
- creative projects
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear of failure affect your choices?
- Can you balance passion with practical needs?
Overemphasis on failure can cause paralysis.