Of a good beginning cometh a good end.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Starting something correctly increases the likelihood of a good conclusion.
- In plain terms
- A good start leads to a good finish.
- What can you take from it?
- Plan well at the beginning.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does the start matter most?
- How do you ensure a good beginning?
Another view
Bad starts can sometimes be recovered with good execution later.
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