Excellence Quote by Paul Kalanithi
““The pain of failure had led me to understand that technical excellence was a moral requirement. Good intentions were not enough,””
About This Quote
Source Book: When Breath Becomes Air, 2016
Technical excellence is a moral duty; good intentions alone are insufficient for ethical practice.
In simple terms: Excellence is moral.
Key Takeaway
Pursue technical mastery.
Themes
ethics
excellence
responsibility
Mood
serious
inspirational
Type
philosophical
professional
When to use this quote
- medical practice
- software development
- engineering projects
Key Concepts
moral duty
professional standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance excellence with resources?
- When is good intent enough?
A Different Perspective
Excellence can be costly to achieve.
