Failure Quote by Charles M. Schwab
“Concentrate and think upon the problem in mind until a satisfactory conclusion is reached, and then finally go ahead. If you have made a mistake, all right. Never find fault with a man because he has made a mistake. It is only a fool that makes the same mistake the second time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: How to Succeed in Business, 1915
Focus intensely on a problem until solved, then move forward; mistakes are okay but avoid repeating them.
In simple terms: Solve problems fully, learn from errors, don’t repeat them.
Solve, learn, don’t repeat.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- project planning
- skill development
- leadership coaching
- quality control
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance deep focus with teamwork?
- What systems help you catch repeated mistakes early?
Some problems require collaboration, not solo focus.