'It didn't work, so let's do it some more'? In my line of work, they call that military stupidity. I don't know what they call it in civilian life.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Repeating a failed action expecting different results is a sign of military stupidity.
- In plain terms
- Doing the same thing again and expecting success is foolish.
- What can you take from it?
- Stop failing at the same task and try something new.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you repeating a mistake on purpose?
Another view
Persistence is sometimes necessary despite failures.
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