Be prepared Quote by Michael Eisner
“Well, when you're trying to create things that are new, you have to be prepared to be on the edge of risk.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Insights with Michael Eisner, 2005
Innovation requires embracing uncertainty and staying near the edge of risk to create something novel.
In simple terms: Creating new things means being ready for risk.
Accept risk to innovate.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup launch
- product development
- artistic experimentation
- venture capital decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance risk and safety?
- What safeguards can you put in place?
Risk can lead to failure if not managed.