Talent is luck. The important thing in life is courage.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Talent is accidental, but courage is what truly matters in life.
- In plain terms
- Luck gives talent; courage defines life.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage matters more than ability.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is luck more important than skill?
- How do you build courage?
Another view
It oversimplifies the role of talent.
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