Chance Quote by Charles Kettering
“If you're doing something the same way you have been doing it for ten years, the chances are you are doing it wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business magazine, 1935
Repeating decade‑old methods likely means they are ineffective.
In simple terms: Old methods may be wrong.
Key Takeaway
Innovate rather than repeat outdated practices.
Themes
innovation
change
efficiency
Mood
thoughtful
pragmatic
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- product development
- process redesign
Key Concepts
continuous improvement
creative problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it appropriate to retain old methods?
- How can you test new approaches safely?
A Different Perspective
Risk of abandoning proven techniques.
