Smart Thought - Optimism vs. Pessimism

{A "Smart Thought" (quotation) is a succinct way of stating a powerful point. How one interprets that point impacts the actions one takes.}

Quote of the week: "An optimist sees opportunity in every calamity, a pessimist sees calamity in every opportunity." 
- Winston Churchill

Smart Marketing Thought: Name one benefit gained from a pessimistic viewpoint. There are none. You will get inaction, indecision, and guaranteed failure. Although optimism must be tempered with reasoning, it will also lead to greater achievements and a more fulfilling life.



If you have a Smart Thought you'd like to express with your interpretation email MarketingSmartly@aol.com, with the subject line SMART THOUGHT SUBMISSION. At the end of each month, we'll choose one for a small but stimulating prize.