Ability Quote by Jeffrey R. Immelt
“I was never afraid of failure. I realized that I was responsible for my own success and that every day offers a new beginning and I was confident in my ability to improve.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Harvard Business Review, 2014
Fear of failure is absent when one owns success and sees each day as a chance to improve.
In simple terms: Own success; view each day anew.
Key Takeaway
Take responsibility for your growth.
Themes
leadership
resilience
self‑efficacy
Mood
optimistic
determined
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Job projects
- skill learning
- goal setting
Key Concepts
Growth mindset
personal accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure personal success?
- What daily habits support continuous improvement?
A Different Perspective
Success also depends on external factors.
