The battle is all over except the 'shouting' when one knows what is wanted and has made up his mind to get it, whatever the price may be.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Decisiveness ends the real battle before action begins. Knowing what you want and committing to it wins.
- In plain terms
- Decide what you want and commit to it.
- What can you take from it?
- Clarity and resolve win battles early.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What decision are you avoiding?
- What if you changed your mind mid-way?
Another view
Decisiveness without information can lead to wrong commitments.
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