Hard Quote by Guy Kawasaki
“A good idea is about ten percent and implementation and hard work, and luck is 90 percent.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Startup Advice, 2005
Ideas are a small part; execution, hard work, and luck dominate success.
In simple terms: Execution and luck outweigh ideas.
Focus on implementation and adaptability.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product launch
- business planning
- career development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance planning with flexibility?
- What role does luck play in your field?
Ideas still matter for direction; over‑reliance on luck can be risky.