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Advice Quote by Thomas J Watson

“Would you like me to give you a formula for success? Its quite simple, really. Double your rate of failure. You are thinking of failure as the enemy of success. But it isnt at all. You can be discouraged by failure or you can learn from it, So go ahead and make mistakes. Make all you can. Because…” quote by Thomas J Watson
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“Would you like me to give you a formula for success? Its quite simple, really. Double your rate of failure. You are thinking of failure as the enemy of success. But it isnt at all. You can be discouraged by failure or you can learn from it, So go ahead and make mistakes. Make all you can. Because remember thats where you will find success.”

Thomas J Watson

About This Quote

Embracing failure as a learning tool accelerates progress; repeated mistakes provide data for improvement.

In simple terms: Failure teaches you how to succeed.

Key Takeaway

Fail often, learn fast.

Themes

failure learning resilience

Mood

optimistic pragmatic

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurship
  • skill development
  • academic research
  • sports training

Key Concepts

growth mindset experimentation feedback loops

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you turn each failure into a lesson?
  • What safeguards keep you motivated during setbacks?
A Different Perspective

Too many failures can erode confidence if not reflected upon.

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