Arrow Quote by Brian Eno
“Instead of shooting arrows at someone elses target, which Ive never been very good at, I make my own target around wherever my arrow happens to have landed. You shoot your arrow and then you paint your bulls eye around it, and therefore you have hit the target dead centre.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music and Creativity, 2010
The speaker suggests redefining success by adapting to outcomes rather than imposing fixed goals, turning mistakes into achievements.
In simple terms: Create your own target after the arrow lands, turning errors into success.
Key Takeaway
Adapt goals to reality and claim success.
Themes
creativity
self‑efficacy
adaptability
Mood
pragmatic
optimistic
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- artistic projects
- business pivots
- personal development
Key Concepts
goal setting
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance flexibility with strategic planning?
- When is it better to set a target first?
A Different Perspective
This mindset may excuse lack of planning or accountability.
