Aim Quote by Daniel Burnham
“Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir one's blood and probably themselves will not be realized. Make big plans; aim high in hope and work; remembering that a noble, logical diagram once recorded will never die, but long after we are gone will be a living thing, asserting itself with ever-growing insistency.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Plan of Chicago, Daniel Burnham, 1909
Grand, ambitious plans inspire lasting impact; small plans lack the drive to achieve greatness.
In simple terms: Think big, act boldly.
Key Takeaway
Set visionary goals, pursue them relentlessly.
Themes
ambition
planning
legacy
vision
determination
Mood
inspirational
determined
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- city planning
- career development
- personal projects
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
urban design
strategic foresight
motivational theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps make big dreams feasible?
- How do you sustain motivation over time?
A Different Perspective
Overly grand plans may overlook practical constraints.
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