The keen spirit Seizes the prompt occasion, makes the thought Start into instant action, and at once Plans and performs, resolves and executes!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A keen spirit takes the right moment to think, plan, and act immediately.
- In plain terms
- Seize the moment to think and act at once.
- What can you take from it?
- Act quickly when the opportunity arises.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When should you act fast?
- How do you spot the right moment?
Another view
Instant action isn't always better than deliberation.
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