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“What has worked before is never as good as something that has never been tried before, even if it doesn't work.” quote by Jimmy Webb
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“What has worked before is never as good as something that has never been tried before, even if it doesn't work.”

Jimmy Webb

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Source Interview: Public remark, date unknown

Innovation requires trying untested ideas; failure is a learning step, not a verdict.

In simple terms: Try new things even if they might fail.

Key Takeaway

Embrace experimentation over certainty.

Themes

creativity risk innovation learning failure

Mood

hopeful curious

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • artistic projects
  • business strategy

Key Concepts

experimental mindset growth iterative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you learn from each failed attempt?
  • How do you decide when to persist or pivot?
A Different Perspective

Untried ideas may lack resources or feasibility.

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