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“So what do we do? Anything. Something. So long as we just don't sit there. If we screw it up, start over. Try something else. If we wait until we've satisfied all the uncertainties, it may be too late.” quote by Lee Iacocca
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“So what do we do? Anything. Something. So long as we just don't sit there. If we screw it up, start over. Try something else. If we wait until we've satisfied all the uncertainties, it may be too late.”

Lee Iacocca

About This Quote

Source Speech: Business conference, 1984

Encourages taking action despite uncertainty, iterating, and avoiding paralysis.

In simple terms: Act, learn, repeat.

Key Takeaway

Take bold steps, adjust as needed.

Themes

initiative resilience decision‑making

Mood

motivational pragmatic

Type

leadership inspirational

When to use this quote

  • startup launches
  • product development
  • career pivots

Key Concepts

risk tolerance iteration growth mindset

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks are you avoiding?
  • How can you test ideas quickly?
A Different Perspective

Uncertainty can still cause costly failures.

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