Weather is a literary specialty, and no untrained hand can turn out a good article on it
Mark TwainRead
It is sound judgment to put on a bold face and play your hand for a hundred times what it is worth; forty-nine times out of fifty nobody dares to call it, and you roll in the chips.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of confidence and boldness in decision-making.
Mark Twain suggests that displaying confidence can lead to success even if one isn't fully prepared or deserving. By presenting oneself boldly, many people may refrain from challenging that display, allowing a person to gain advantages and rewards that might otherwise be out of reach.
Themes
ConfidenceBoldnessRiskSuccessJudgment
In practice
Example use cases
In a business meeting when discussing a new project proposal, this quote can inspire team members to take bold initiatives.
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