The best vision is insight.

In this aphorism, Forbes contrasts literal sight or outward “vision” (plans, forecasts, appearances) with the deeper faculty of insight—clear understanding of motives, patterns, and consequences. The line suggests that effective leadership and sound judgment depend less on what one can see on the surface and more on the ability to interpret reality accurately. It also implies that imagination or ambition without discernment can mislead, whereas insight turns observation into wisdom and action. In a business context often associated with Forbes, the quote elevates perception, intuition, and critical thinking as the most valuable form of “vision.”