Think slow, act fast.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Success comes from careful planning followed by quick execution.
- In plain terms
- Plan carefully, then move quickly.
- What can you take from it?
- Plan thoroughly and execute rapidly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you balance planning and action?
- When do you act without thinking?
Another view
Sometimes rapid action is needed before full planning is possible.
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