It's not knowing what to do, it's doing what you know.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Action is more important than knowing every detail before starting.
- In plain terms
- Do what you already know instead of waiting for more info.
- What can you take from it?
- Act on what you know rather than waiting.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you waiting to do?
- Do you know enough to start?
Another view
Some situations require planning before action.
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