Ends Quote by Thomas Jefferson
“It is an encouraging observation that no good measure was ever proposed which, if duly pursued, failed to prevail in the end.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Thomas Jefferson to James Madison, 1793
Good measures, when properly pursued, inevitably succeed.
In simple terms: Properly pursued good plans succeed.
Key Takeaway
Commit to well‑designed strategies.
Themes
strategy
success
perseverance
policy
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
philosophical
pragmatic
When to use this quote
- business planning
- public policy
- project management
- personal goals
Key Concepts
cause and effect
policy design
implementation
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps ensure proper pursuit?
- When might a good measure need revision?
A Different Perspective
Even good measures can fail if execution is poor.
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