March toward the sound of gunfire, an easily recognizable sound that they could usually find in front of them.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Advance toward the noise of battle to locate the front line quickly.
- In plain terms
- Move toward gunfire to find where the battle is happening.
- What can you take from it?
- Follow the action to reach the front.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What sounds or signals guide your decisions?
Another view
Following noise might lead to traps rather than opportunities.
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