Bad mistake Quote by Gavin Bryars
“It makes sense to invest in new work. It's almost like having a research department in a scientific laboratory. You have to try things out. You'll make some bad mistakes. Some things will fail but at least you'll energise the organisation.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music industry discussion, 2019
Investing in novel projects fuels innovation, similar to a lab’s experiments, despite inevitable failures.
In simple terms: New work is like research, with trial and error.
Key Takeaway
Embrace experimentation to energize your team.
Themes
innovation
risk
learning
organizational growth
creativity
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
business
creative
When to use this quote
- product development
- artistic ventures
- R&D initiatives
- team building
Key Concepts
research methodology
creative process
failure tolerance
Questions to Reflect On
- What experiments could most benefit your organization?
- How do you balance risk and reward?
A Different Perspective
Excessive risk can waste resources without clear goals.
