May 16, 2012

Close Follower?



"Be not the first by which a new thing is tried, or the last to lay the old aside."

Alexander Pope
17th century English poet

I understand the problems associated with being the "point" on the "arrow", but I think I'll continue to error on the side of too soon versus too late.

At least in business.

You?

2 comments :

  1. There is much contradiction in life isn't there. "The early bird catches the worm" is countered by "Stick out your neck, get your head cut off."

    Where is the right place to be?

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  2. You're right Manuel, and not just about this post. Many of the most quoted sayings have just as famous counter point quotes that can be cited as well.

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