Achieve Quote by Jack McDevitt
“One could not always put safety up front as the prime goal. Do that, and who would ever achieve anything of note?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Engines of God, Jack McDevitt, 1994
Risk-taking is essential; overemphasis on safety stifles achievement.
In simple terms: Risk is needed for achievement.
Take calculated risks to innovate.
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When to use this quote
- business
- science
- creative projects
- exploration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are worth taking?
- How to balance safety and ambition?
Excessive risk can cause failure.