Away Quote by Ed Viesturs
“Yeah, but a mistake is a mistake even if you get away with it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Mountaineering conference, 2015
Mistakes remain mistakes regardless of outcome; accountability matters over luck.
In simple terms: A mistake is still a mistake.
Key Takeaway
Own your errors, learn from them.
Themes
ethics
accountability
learning
Mood
serious
instructive
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- expeditions
- project planning
- decision making
Key Concepts
risk management
personal responsibility
integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you do to prevent repeat mistakes?
- How does accountability improve outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Excusing errors can erode trust.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
