failure to prepare is preparing to fail en · X
Etymology
Generally ascribed to Benjamin Franklin, who wrote, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail”.
Meanings
- Failing to prepare will cause one to lose or fail.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| he who fails to prepare, prepares to fail | alternative | lexicographic | |
| by failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail | alternative | lexicographic |
Relateds
proper planning and preparation prevents piss poor performance