Trying Even When Failure Is Likely
If something is important enough, you should try — even if the probable outcome is failure.
Elon Musk
Founder of Tesla and SpaceX, entrepreneur and innovator.
All moments: Elon Musk
- The Engineering Path — Elon Musk
Physics is the law, everything else is a recommendation.
- Challenging the System — Elon Musk
I think we're in a race against time with respect to the threat of automation.
- Making Things That Matter — Elon Musk
The purpose of a company should be to solve important problems.
- AI and the Future — Elon Musk
AI is probably the most important thing happening.
- The Future of Electric Transport — Elon Musk
I'm not sure why you're saying that. I think EVs will definitely overcome gas vehicles.
- Problems and Solutions — Elon Musk
The best part is no part, the best process is no process.
- Will to Win — Elon Musk
I think if you have passion, that's really what drives great companies.
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