Badly Quote by Graham Greene
“Doing nothing, badly.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The End of the Affair, 1951
Attempting something without effort leads to poor results; action matters.
In simple terms: Doing nothing poorly is still doing something.
Key Takeaway
Take purposeful action.
Themes
action
effort
responsibility
Mood
motivational
pragmatic
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- procrastination
- creative blocks
- decision making
Key Concepts
existentialism
pragmatism
Questions to Reflect On
- What small step can you take now?
- How can you improve the quality of your effort?
A Different Perspective
Action without thought can be harmful.
