Augusten Burroughs Quotes

I always prepare for the worst.

We're hoping for the best, but we need to prepare for the worst.

Preparing for the worst is an activity I have taken up since I turned thirty-five, and the worst actually began to happen.

Don't wait until you're in a crisis to come up with a crisis plan.

I always embrace the worst-case scenario.

No, but you've got to be here in case something does happen.

As you prepare for the many things that fall brings, such as school, harvest and winter, it is important to be prepared for the unthinkable. Supplies and a plan will significantly reduce panic and chaos in the event of an emergency.

Nearly all government advice on terrorism sacrifices practical particulars for an unalarming tone. The usual guidance is to maintain a three-day supply of food and water along with a radio, flashlight, batteries and first-aid kit.

To prepare for a disaster, practice the worst case scenario. We don’t usually do that.

I’ve worked as a leader for many years and I’ve always trained myself to be prepared for the worst.

There is nothing we can do to assure that this will never happen, but there is a lot we can do to assure that it happens more rarely.

The military has to think in terms of worst case scenarios. In a sense, they have to play the pessimist.

I am someone who hopes for the best and prepares for the worst.

I really believe in hoping for the best and preparing for the worst.

I learned one of the very important lessons in life in the 9/11 attacks. It's good to have a plan for your future; it's even better to write your plan in pencil.

I have a 'hope for the best, expect the worst' mentality.

Never expect anything, but plan for everything.

I expect the worst of every situation, so if it does happen I'm prepared for it.

You are always being prepared for something better or protected from something worse.

Plan for the worst, expect the best.

A company's ability to respond to an unplanned event, good or bad is a prime indicator of its ability to compete.

You should never assume anything coming from a critical standpoint. You should go into everything assuming you're going to get crushed.

I like pessimists. They’re always the ones who bring life jackets for the boat.

Hope for the best, plan for the worst.

There are several very good websites which describe the details of preparedness planning for citizens.