Better Quote by Garry Kasparov
“It is better to have a bad plan than no plan.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Kasparov on Chess Strategy, 2010
Having a flawed plan is better than improvising without any direction, because it provides a framework to adapt.
In simple terms: A bad plan beats no plan.
Key Takeaway
Plan, even if imperfect.
Themes
strategy
decisionmaking
risk management
Mood
pragmatic
cautious
Type
advice
strategic
When to use this quote
- business meetings
- project kickoff
- personal goal setting
- emergency response
Key Concepts
contingency planning
heuristics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you improve a weak plan?
- What risks arise from having no plan?
A Different Perspective
Plans can be misleading if not revisited regularly.
