Father Quote by Steven Pressfield
“One thing I've found in any project is almost universally about three quarters of the way through - or maybe a little father, maybe seventh eighths on the way through - any project will explode.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The War of Art, 2002
Projects inevitably encounter a crisis point where they become overwhelming and may collapse if not managed.
In simple terms: Projects often hit a breaking point.
Key Takeaway
Plan for and navigate project crises.
Themes
project management
stress
breakdown
resilience
Mood
cautious
pragmatic
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- startup development
- creative writing
- software engineering
- event planning
Key Concepts
systems thinking
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs indicate a project is nearing collapse?
- How can you restructure to prevent explosion?
A Different Perspective
Crisis can be mitigated with early detection.
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