Early unsuccessess shouldn't bother anybody because it happens to absolutely everybody.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Early failure is universal and should not discourage anyone from pursuing goals.
- In plain terms
- Everyone fails at the start, so do not worry.
- What can you take from it?
- Expect early setbacks; they are normal.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle failure?
- Is failure always useful?
Another view
Some failures indicate the need to change direction.
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