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“I've always been someone that sets achievable short-term goals. I've never been someone that's had a five-year plan, or a three-year plan. That just seems to lead to a lot of disappointment, and doesn't give you the chance to be flexible. So I've just always been someone that's sort of reassessed…” quote by Eric Bana
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“I've always been someone that sets achievable short-term goals. I've never been someone that's had a five-year plan, or a three-year plan. That just seems to lead to a lot of disappointment, and doesn't give you the chance to be flexible. So I've just always been someone that's sort of reassessed where I'm at, and set goals that are realistic. And luckily, I've had plenty of chances to recalibrate and adjust, and good fortune's come my way.”

Eric Bana

About This Quote

Source Interview: Variety, 2015

He prefers flexible, short‑term goals over rigid long‑term plans to avoid disappointment and stay adaptable.

In simple terms: Short goals keep you adaptable and reduce disappointment.

Key Takeaway

Set realistic, adjustable goals.

Themes

goal‑setting flexibility adaptability

Mood

pragmatic hopeful

Type

practical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal development
  • project milestones

Key Concepts

self‑management resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance short and long‑term aspirations?
  • When is it okay to abandon a plan?
A Different Perspective

Long‑term vision may be neglected.

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