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Able Quote by Katty Kay

“If you choose not to act, you have little chance of success. What’s more, when you choose to act, you’re able to succeed more frequently than you think. How often in life do we avoid doing something because we think we’ll fail? Is failure really worse than doing nothing? And how often might we…” quote by Katty Kay
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“If you choose not to act, you have little chance of success. What’s more, when you choose to act, you’re able to succeed more frequently than you think. How often in life do we avoid doing something because we think we’ll fail? Is failure really worse than doing nothing? And how often might we actually have triumphed if we had just decided to give it a try?”

Katty Kay

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast, 2023

Choosing action creates more opportunities for success than in.

In simple terms: Acting increases chances of success.

Key Takeaway

Take action to improve odds.

Themes

action risk success

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • personal goals
  • business projects
  • creative endeavors
  • health habits

Key Concepts

decision theory psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small step can you take today?
  • How does fear of failure limit you?
A Different Perspective

Inaction can also lead to learning from failure.

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