Being right half the time beats being half-right all the time.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Occasional accuracy is better than constant mediocrity in decision-making.
- In plain terms
- Being correct sometimes is better than always being partially wrong.
- What can you take from it?
- Aim for decisive accuracy rather than constant compromise.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you striving for perfection or progress?
- How do you measure success in decisions?
Another view
Consistent partial progress can sometimes beat rare breakthroughs.
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