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Failure Quote by George Burns

“I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.” quote by George Burns
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“I'd rather be a failure at something I love than a success at something I hate.”

George Burns

About This Quote

Source Interview: TV interview, George Burns, 1955

Choosing passion over comfort, preferring failure in loved work to success in disliked work.

In simple terms: Prefer loving work even if it fails.

Key Takeaway

Pursue what you love despite risk.

Themes

passion risk authenticity

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career choices
  • creative projects
  • personal goals
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

failure success values

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you risk for love of work?
  • How do you define success?
A Different Perspective

Success may bring complacency; passion can be costly.

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