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“If you act like you can do something, then it will work.” quote by Walter Isaacson
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“If you act like you can do something, then it will work.”

Walter Isaacson

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Source Interview: Business magazine, 2015

Acting confidently can create a self‑fulfilling prophecy, leading to success.

In simple terms: Confidence drives achievement.

Key Takeaway

Act as if you can succeed.

Themes

confidence self‑efficacy success

Mood

motivated cautious

Type

inspirational analytical

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurial pitches
  • career advancements
  • public presentations

Key Concepts

psychology leadership

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does confidence become arrogance?
  • How to gauge realistic self‑assessment?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can cause reckless decisions.

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