Ability Quote by Niccolo Machiavelli
“He who has not first laid his foundations may be able with great ability to lay them afterwards, but they will be laid with trouble to the architect and danger to the building.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Prince, Niccolò Machiavelli, 1513
Without solid foundations, later success will be fraught with difficulty and risk to both builder and structure.
In simple terms: Build strong bases before expanding.
Key Takeaway
Plan foundations carefully before growth.
Themes
planning
risk
foundation
Mood
cautious
strategic
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- business startup
- construction
- personal development
- investment
Key Concepts
architecture
leadership
strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- What foundations are you neglecting?
- How can you mitigate risks while building?
A Different Perspective
Foundations may be costly and time‑consuming.
