Remember why you started, remember where you're headed, think of how great it will be to get there, and keep going.
Ralph MarstonRead
Achievement does not require extraordinary ability. Achievement comes from ordinary abilities applied with extraordinary persistence.
Interpretation
Success is achieved through consistent effort rather than inherent talent.
This quote emphasizes that anyone can achieve their goals if they apply effort and determination. It suggests that extraordinary outcomes are the result of persistent application of regular skills, rather than relying solely on exceptional abilities.
In practice
In a motivational speech to encourage students to study hard.
Remember why you started, remember where you're headed, think of how great it will be to get there, and keep going.
Welcome those big, sticky, complicated problems. In them are your most powerful opportunities.
Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you'll soon find many others around you. Truly appreciate life, and you'll find that you have more of it.
A world of abundance surrounds you, if only you will step up and claim it. Make life happen through you rather than letting it happen to you. It will make all the difference in the world.
If you're to succeed at any endeavor, the first and most important person you must convince is yourself. Success comes not from merely a belief that you can do it. Success comes when you absolutely know you can achieve it
You have created your fears. And you can choose to lay them to rest. You have created your dreams. And you can choose to bring them fully to life.
It was such a leap in my career when 'Truman Show' came along. It's always been a long process for me insofar as recognition goes, but that's OK because you appreciate it when it comes.
I would sooner fail than not be among the greatest.
No man achieves great success who is unwilling to make personal sacrifices.
It is not just the more talented player who wins. Some players may try a little harder.
No one came to our neighborhoods with stand-up jobs and showed us there's a different way. Maybe, had I seen different role models, maybe I'd've turned on to that.
If you start today to do the right thing, you are already a success even if it doesnβt show yet.
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