Able Quote by Vera Wang
“I never thought I'd be successful. It seems in my own mind that in everything I've undertaken I've never quite made the mark. But I've always been able to put disappointments aside. Success isn't about the end result; it's about what you learn along the way.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Insider, 2022
Success is measured by growth and learning, not just outcomes; setbacks become lessons that fuel future progress.
In simple terms: Success is about learning, not just results.
Key Takeaway
Focus on learning from setbacks.
Themes
growth
resilience
mindset
learning
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career development
- entrepreneurship
- personal setbacks
- overcoming adversity
Key Concepts
personal development
growth mindset
learning from failure
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reframe setbacks as learning opportunities?
- What habits help you extract lessons from failure?
A Different Perspective
Emphasizes that outcomes alone define success.
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