Sarah Lewis argues that near wins, or close calls, should be embraced rather than seen as failures. While setbacks are disappointing, near wins demonstrate progress and can motivate continued effort. Reframing near wins in a positive light may help people and teams persist through challenges and improve performance over time.

1. Sarah Lewis:
Embrace the
Near Win
By Logan Davis

2. Back in Town, Elizabeth Murray,
1999. oil on canvas, 9' 4-1/2 x 8' 1-
1/2" (2.86 m x 2.48 m).