He who hesitates is a damned fool.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Delaying action or decision-making leads to failure or regret.
- In plain terms
- If you wait too long, you will lose out.
- What can you take from it?
- Decide and act quickly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When have you hesitated too long?
- What stops you from acting?
Another view
Sometimes hesitation is necessary for careful planning.
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