Assumption Quote by Mike Tomlin
“I'm not concerned about avoiding anything that happened three years ago or worried about letdowns or things of that nature. When you use the term 'letdown' you proceed with the assumption that this is a continuation of something that happened in the past.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Press conference, 2022
Dwelling on past setbacks hinders progress; focus on present actions without assuming continuity of failure.
In simple terms: Don't let past letdowns dictate current decisions.
Stay present, avoid past assumptions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- coaching
- personal development
- team management
- goal setting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions about the past limit you?
- How can you reframe setbacks as learning?
Ignoring past patterns may repeat mistakes.