Excellence Quote by Don Shula
“Strive for perfection, but settle for excellence.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Coaching philosophy, 1990
Aim for perfection but accept excellence as a realistic goal.
In simple terms: Strive high, settle for great.
Set high standards, be realistic.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team training
- business targets
- personal development
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance ambition and practicality?
- When to accept good enough?
Perfection can be paralyzing.