Committed Quote by Horatio Nelson
“Gentlemen, when the enemy is committed to a mistake we must not interrupt him too soon.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Naval Tactics, 1805
Exploit an opponent’s mistake without premature interference.
In simple terms: Let mistakes play out before acting.
Patience in exploiting errors.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- battlefield
- competitive sports
- business negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to wait than to intervene?
- How do you recognize the right moment?