My work comes first, reasons for it follow.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Action precedes justification; the work itself is primary and explanations come later.
- In plain terms
- Do the work first and find reasons for it after.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize action over explanation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can work exist without reason?
- When is planning more important?
Another view
Sometimes reasoning before action prevents mistakes.
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