Bad day Quote by Robert S. Kaplan
“Passion is the rocket fuel that helps you perform at your best. It helps you get through bad days, injustices, hardships and disappointments. It is hard to perform at a high level for a sustained period of time without passion for what you're doing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Strategy Focus by Robert S. Kaplan and David P. Norton, 2001
Passion fuels sustained high performance, helping individuals endure challenges and maintain excellence over time.
In simple terms: Passion is essential for lasting high achievement.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate passion to sustain performance.
Themes
motivation
resilience
performance
purpose
psychology
Mood
energetic
determined
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- career development
- athletic training
- creative projects
- long‑term goal pursuit
Key Concepts
intrinsic motivation
flow state
goal alignment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture passion without neglecting skill development?
- What signs indicate passion is waning?
A Different Perspective
Passion alone may not compensate for skill gaps or burnout risk.
