The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low, and achieving our mark.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Setting low goals and succeeding is more dangerous than setting high goals and failing, because it limits potential.
- In plain terms
- It is worse to aim low and succeed than to aim high and fail.
- What can you take from it?
- Always set ambitious goals to maximize your potential.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What limits are you setting for yourself?
- Are your goals challenging enough?
Another view
Sometimes aiming too high can lead to burnout or unrealistic expectations.
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