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“Some people wait so long for their ship to come in, their pier collapses.” quote by John Goddard
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“Some people wait so long for their ship to come in, their pier collapses.”

John Goddard

About This Quote

Waiting for the perfect opportunity can cause the chance itself to disappear.

In simple terms: Delay can ruin chances.

Key Takeaway

Act before the moment passes.

Themes

patience opportunity risk timing

Mood

anxious reflective

Type

motivational cautionary

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • investment decisions
  • personal relationships
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

probability decision making regret

Questions to Reflect On

  • What opportunity are you postponing?
  • How can you balance preparation with action?
A Different Perspective

If you act too early, you may also miss the right timing.

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