The pure culture is the foundation for all research on infectious disease.
Robert KochRead
If my efforts have led to greater success than usual, this is due, I believe, to the fact that during my wanderings in the field of medicine, I have strayed onto paths where the gold was still lying by the wayside. It takes a little luck to be able to distinguish gold from dross, but that is all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success often requires both effort and a bit of luck to identify valuable opportunities.
In this quote, Robert Koch reflects on his achievements in the field of medicine, attributing his greater success to a combination of diligent efforts and the fortunate ability to recognize valuable opportunities amidst the ordinary. He emphasizes that while hard work is essential, recognizing true potential often requires a stroke of luck, serving as a reminder that not all success is solely earned.
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SuccessLuckOpportunityMedicineEfforts
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about career success.
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