Bad luck Quote by Roald Amundsen
“Victory awaits him, who has everything in order - luck we call it. Defeat is definitely due for him, who has neglected to take the necessary precautions - bad luck we call it”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Acceptance Address on Exploration, Roald Amundsen, 1911
Success is attributed to preparation, while failure is blamed on neglect; luck is a label for effort or its absence.
In simple terms: Preparation leads to success; neglect leads to failure.
Key Takeaway
Prepare thoroughly, don’t blame luck.
Themes
preparation
responsibility
mindset
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- project planning
- risk assessment
- team coordination
- personal goal setting
Key Concepts
psychology
risk management
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to improve preparation?
- How can you reframe perceived “bad luck”?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on luck can diminish accountability.
