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What does it mean?
Success comes from avoiding mistakes and keeping the ball away from the bat's strongest point.
In plain terms
Keep the ball away from where the batter hits best.
What can you take from it?
Avoidance of mistakes is key to success.

Where it applies

  • sports
  • business
  • problem-solving

Putting it to work

  • focus on fundamentals
  • risk avoidance
  • training

Questions to consider

  • What are the basics in your field?
  • How do you avoid risks?

Another view

Sometimes aggressive play is necessary for success.

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