Confidence Quote by Clayton Christensen
“Innovation almost always is not successful the first time out. You try something and it doesn't work and it takes confidence to say we haven't failed yet. Ultimately you become commercially successful.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Innovator's Dilemma, 1997
Innovation often fails initially; confidence and persistence turn setbacks into eventual commercial success.
In simple terms: Failure is part of the innovation process.
Key Takeaway
Persist through early failures.
Themes
innovation
entrepreneurship
resilience
Mood
motivational
pragmatic
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- startup development
- product testing
- R&D cycles
- business strategy
Key Concepts
disruptive innovation
learning from failure
confidence building
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you abandon a failing idea?
- How do you measure progress during setbacks?
A Different Perspective
Confidence may overlook necessary pivots.
