Abundance Quote by Howard Schultz
“I believe life is a series of near misses. A lot of what we ascribe to luck is not luck at all. It's seizing the day and accepting responsibility for your future. It's seeing what other people don't see And pursuing that vision.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Leadership and Innovation, 2015
Life’s near misses are mistaken for luck; seizing opportunities and taking responsibility creates success.
In simple terms: Luck is often missed opportunity.
Key Takeaway
Actively shape your future through responsibility.
Themes
success
responsibility
opportunity
Mood
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
motivational
business
When to use this quote
- career planning
- goal setting
- risk taking
Key Concepts
personal development
entrepreneurship
Questions to Reflect On
- What opportunities are you overlooking?
- How do you balance risk and responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence may ignore external factors.
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