Mindset
“Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right.”

What it means

Beliefs influence preparation, effort and persistence. Confidence alone cannot guarantee success, but assuming failure often prevents the actions that could make success possible.

Context

Ford’s insight revealed the power of mindset in achievement.

Reflect

Which belief about your own ability is shaping your behaviour before you even begin?

Today’s action

Replace one limiting statement with a testable action you can complete today.

About Henry Ford

American industrialist who revolutionized manufacturing with the assembly line.

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