Trust Quote by Shimon Peres
““Failing honestly and with integrity was something I could accept—but only if I was sure that my efforts to succeed had been worthy of the trust he had placed in me.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Acceptance Speech, Shimon Peres, 2002
He can accept failure if he believes his effort was worthy of the trust placed in him.
In simple terms: Accept failure when you know you tried honestly.
Key Takeaway
Value integrity and trust over outcomes.
Themes
integrity
trust
failure
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- political negotiations
- team projects
Key Concepts
ethical leadership
personal accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- What does integrity mean to you in failure?
- How do you honor trust when outcomes are poor?
A Different Perspective
Fear of failure may prevent risk‑taking.
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