Accepted Quote by John Jakes
“Going after anything worthwile in life entailed risk, of course. A man of ambition and courage didn't let that stop or delay him. A man accepted the dangers, the element of chance. If he didn't, he won nothing.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Warriors of Dawn by John Jakes, 1975
Pursuing valuable goals requires embracing risk; without taking chances, success is impossible.
In simple terms: Great rewards need risk.
Key Takeaway
Accept risk to achieve.
Themes
ambition
risk
reward
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- entrepreneurship
- investment
- personal growth
Key Concepts
courage
chance
fortune
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you avoiding?
- How can you balance risk with preparation?
A Different Perspective
Risk can lead to loss and may not guarantee success.
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