Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Muskan Singh

Powerful Quote of the Day by David Letterman: 'Next in importance to having a good aim is to recognize...'-inspiring life lessons on timing and knowing when to act

Powerful Quote of the Day by David Letterman : Sometimes, knowing what you want is only half the battle. The other half is recognizing the right moment to act. David Letterman's famous quote uses the language of aim and timing to make a simple point about decision-making. You can have a clear goal, plenty of preparation and even the right opportunity, but knowing when to make your move can matter just as much.

Letterman's own career offers an interesting backdrop to those words. His path to becoming one of television's most influential talk-show hosts was far from straightforward. There were failed shows, uncertain moments and major career decisions along the way.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.