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About this quote

What does it mean?
This statement acknowledges that mistakes are inevitable and frames imperfection as a fundamental part of being human.
In plain terms
I will make mistakes because I am human.
What can you take from it?
Accept that you will make errors.

Where it applies

  • after a public error
  • during an interview
  • reflecting on past

Putting it to work

  • coping with failure
  • setting realistic expectations
  • public accountability

Questions to consider

  • How do you react to your own mistakes?
  • Is being human enough justification for errors?

Another view

Sometimes perfection is required for safety or critical tasks.

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