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Risk Quote by John Heywood

“Nought venture, nought have. [Nothing ventured, nothing gained.]” quote by John Heywood
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“Nought venture, nought have. [Nothing ventured, nothing gained.]”

John Heywood

About This Quote

Source Proverb: English proverb collection, 16th century

Taking risks is necessary to achieve any gain; without effort, nothing is earned.

In simple terms: Risk leads to reward.

Key Takeaway

Embrace calculated risks.

Themes

risk effort reward initiative

Mood

cautious optimistic

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • starting a business
  • investing
  • personal challenges

Key Concepts

probability cost‑benefit analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risk could you take today?
  • How do you assess risk vs reward?
A Different Perspective

Risk alone does not guarantee success; execution matters.

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