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Breaking Quote by Jerome K. Jerome

“I looked at the piles of plates and cups, and kettles, and bottles and jars, and pies and stoves, and cakes, and tomatoes, &c., and felt that the thing would soon become exciting. It did. They started with breaking a cup. That was the first thing they did. They did that just to show you what they…” quote by Jerome K. Jerome
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““I looked at the piles of plates and cups, and kettles, and bottles and jars, and pies and stoves, and cakes, and tomatoes, &c., and felt that the thing would soon become exciting. It did. They started with breaking a cup. That was the first thing they did. They did that just to show you what they COULD do, and to get you interested.””

Jerome K. Jerome

About This Quote

Source Book: Three Men in a Boat, 1889

Starting with a small, bold act sparks excitement and draws others in.

In simple terms: A daring first step creates momentum.

Key Takeaway

Take a bold, visible first action.

Themes

initiative creativity leadership

Mood

playful encouraging

Type

inspirational humorous

When to use this quote

  • launching a product
  • organizing an event
  • starting a hobby
  • team building

Key Concepts

psychology of influence group dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small act could you start today?
  • How will you sustain interest after the first step?
A Different Perspective

Boldness can backfire if not followed by substance.

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