Quote of the day by George Clooney: “You need to have flopped quite a few times to get a sense of how little any of it has to do with you” — a key lesson that failure does not define your abilities, but teaches valuable lessons, builds resilience and helps you make better decisions while recognising that not every outcome is within your control

George Clooney is widely regarded as one of Hollywood’s most iconic actors. Known for his charm, acclaimed performances and status as one of the world’s most attractive stars, Clooney has also earned a reputation for being grounded and reflective about success, failure and personal growth.

Today’s quote comes from a 2006 interview with The Guardian, during which Clooney was promoting ‘Good Night, and Good Luck’ and ‘Syriana’. Speaking about Hollywood’s unpredictable nature, he said: “You need to have flopped quite a few times to get a sense of how little any of it has to do with you.”