Approach Quote by John C. Maxwell
“I wish I could say I coined the phrase "failing forward." I do it all the time. I find as I've embraced this approach to business, life, cycling and generally any new endeavor I take on, I've grown more and more comfortable with the possibility that I am not likely to succeed on my first try. And that's ok.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Leadership Talk, 2015
Embracing failure as a learning tool makes repeated attempts more comfortable and productive.
In simple terms: Failing forward means learning from each attempt.
Key Takeaway
Accept failure as part of growth.
Themes
resilience
growth mindset
learning
entrepreneurship
Mood
determined
optimistic
reflective
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- starting a new business
- learning a sport
- launching a product
- career change
Key Concepts
Iterative improvement
risk tolerance
self‑compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn a specific failure into actionable insight?
- What habits help you stay motivated after setbacks?
A Different Perspective
Success still requires strategic planning, not just repeated attempts.
