Broken Quote by Elbert Hubbard
“Some one has said that we are moving so fast that when plans are being made to perform some great feat, these plans are broken into by a youth who enters and says, “I have done it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Speed of Progress, 1910
Youth disrupts grand plans, claiming they’re already achieved.
In simple terms: Young people claim to have completed big projects.
Key Takeaway
Balance youthful energy with realistic planning.
Themes
society
innovation
generational conflict
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advisory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- project management
- team collaboration
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
youth
overconfidence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can experience temper youthful ambition?
- What safeguards prevent premature claims?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can lead to unrealistic expectations.
