“Well Done Is Better Than Well Said”

“Well Done Is Better Than Well Said”

This is a quote from everyone’s favorite printer, Ben Franklin. And, like so many things he said almost 300 years ago, it is still applicable today.

So, what is the big idea behind this important quote?

Maybe it means that it is better to do something than just thinking about doing something?

Maybe it implies that, no matter how good something sounds, until something is actually DONE, it may be meaningless?

Maybe old Ben is trying to spur us on to useful, proactive and productive activities?

Often, the idea of starting a task may seem daunting, but Nike has the right idea…

JUST DO IT! (I really LOVE that tagline!)

You might have a great business idea. Or want to begin a journal. Or design a new website. Or have a talk with an old friend. Or begin a new health or workout regimen. Or or or or!

The list can go on forever!

But, until you actually DO something about it, it is only an unfulfilled wish, plan or desire. It is up to YOU to make it happen.

So, what are you waiting for, take the bull by the horns and go accomplish something meaningful to you…RIGHT NOW!

About the author

Paula Fargo is the former owner of Curry Printing in Baltimore and has recently hung up her shingle as a business consultant specializing in helping other print and signshop owners with process, productivity and profitability improvement. Contact Paula at paula@paulafargoconsulting.com.

Leave a Reply

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Discover more from Paula's Point

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading