In this volatile business of ours, we can ill afford to rest on our laurels, even to pause in retrospect. Times and conditions change so rapidly that we must keep our aim constantly focused on the future.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- In fast-changing industries, resting on past successes is dangerous; focus must remain on future conditions.
- In plain terms
- Do not rest on past success because things change too fast.
- What can you take from it?
- Always look forward in a changing business environment.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you planning for next?
- How fast is your industry changing?
Another view
Focusing only on the future may cause neglect of current operational stability.
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