Fail Quote by Condoleezza Rice
“It's bad policy to speculate on what you'll do if a plan fails when you're trying to make a plan work.”
About This Quote
Speculating about plan failures hinders effective planning.
In simple terms: Avoid speculation when planning.
Key Takeaway
Focus on actionable steps.
Themes
strategy
planning
uncertainty
Mood
cautious
pragmatic
Type
strategic
advisory
When to use this quote
- business
- politics
- project management
Key Concepts
risk management
decision making
contingency
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance planning and flexibility?
- When is speculation useful?
A Different Perspective
Uncertainty is inevitable.
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