Few Quote by Sebastian Thrun
“Few ideas work on the first try. Iteration is key to innovation.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Stanford CS229 Lecture, 2012
Initial attempts often fail; repeated refinement is essential for breakthroughs.
In simple terms: First tries fail; keep iterating.
Key Takeaway
Iterate relentlessly.
Themes
innovation
failure
iteration
Mood
pragmatic
encouraging
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- product development
- research
- entrepreneurship
- software engineering
Key Concepts
design thinking
learning cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- What process helps you iterate efficiently?
- When should you abandon a failing idea?
A Different Perspective
Iteration can be costly and time‑consuming.
