Ratan Tata’s Key to Success: Hard Work, Not Luck

North News

Mumbai, October 10

Ratan Tata, the chairman emeritus of Tata Sons and a towering figure in global industry, passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday. Known for his business acumen, philanthropy, and integrity, Tata leaves behind a legacy that continues to inspire entrepreneurs worldwide. Tata’s enduring influence will continue through the principles he espoused and the industries he shaped.

One of his most popular quotes, “I don’t believe in leaving things to luck. I believe in hard work and preparation,” encapsulates his approach to life and leadership.

Here are some of Ratan Tata’s other notable nuggets of wisdom highlighted by the news outlet India Today.

·  The ups and downs of life are essential to keep us moving forward; after all, a flat line on an ECG means we’re not alive.

·  If you want to go fast, go alone. But if you want to go far, go together.

·  True leadership isn’t about having authority; it’s about caring for those you lead.

·  A leader’s greatest strengths are empathy and kindness.

·  Success isn’t defined by the position you hold, but by the positive influence you have on others.

·  I don’t believe in leaving things to chance. I trust in hard work and thorough preparation.

·  I don’t wait for the perfect decision—I make decisions and then make them work.

·  The day I can no longer do things for myself will be the day I step away.

  • None can destroy iron, but its own rust can. Likewise, none can destroy a person, but their own mindset can.”