Depends Quote by Joseph A. Schumpeter
“Success depends on intuition, on seeing what afterwards proves true but cannot be established at the moment.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy, 1942
Success often relies on gut feeling and later validation, even when immediate proof is lacking.
In simple terms: Intuition guides success before evidence appears.
Key Takeaway
Trust intuition, then verify results.
Themes
intuition
success
uncertainty
validation
Mood
reflective
strategic
Type
business
philosophical
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- research
- creative projects
Key Concepts
economics
psychology
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you act on intuition?
- How do you test intuitive ideas later?
A Different Perspective
Intuition can mislead without evidence.
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