Ambition Quote by Christian D. Larson
““So long as we do not know definitely what we want, our forces will be scattered, and so long as our forces are scattered, we will accomplish but little, or fail entirely. When we know what we want, however, and proceed to work for it with all the power and ability that is in us, we may rest assured that we will get it. When we direct the power of thinking, the power of will, the power of mental action, the power of desire, the power of ambition, in fact, all the power we possess on the one thing we want, on the one goal we desire to reach, it is not difficult to understand why success in a greater and greater measure must be realized.””
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Pathway of Success", 1912
Unclear goals scatter effort; clear purpose focuses mental and physical power, leading to success.
In simple terms: Clear goals focus energy for achievement.
Key Takeaway
Define and pursue a single goal.
Themes
goal‑setting
focus
success
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- project management
- personal development
- coaching
Key Concepts
mental discipline
willpower
desire
ambition
Questions to Reflect On
- What is your most important goal?
- How will you align actions with it?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks external obstacles and resource limits.
