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What does it mean?
If failure is inevitable, it should be done in a memorable way.
In plain terms
Fail with style if you must fail.
What can you take from it?
Make failures count.

Where it applies

  • risky ventures
  • creative projects
  • business

Putting it to work

  • Take big risks
  • Learn from loss

Questions to consider

  • How do you view failure?
  • Would you risk failure for glory?

Another view

Avoiding failure is better.

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