Aim Quote by Les Brown
““It is better to aim high and miss than to aim low and hit.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Motivational Talk, 2005
Aiming high, even if you miss, is preferable to aiming low and succeeding, because ambition drives growth and learning.
In simple terms: Better to try big and fail than succeed small.
Key Takeaway
Set ambitious goals despite risk of failure.
Themes
ambition
risk
growth
motivation
Mood
inspirational
hopeful
Type
motivational
self‑help
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal development
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
goal setting
psychology of success
Questions to Reflect On
- What big goal are you avoiding?
- How does aiming high shape your mindset?
A Different Perspective
High aims can cause disappointment if expectations are unrealistic.
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