Competition should not be for a share of the market-but to expand the market.
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It's not enough to do your best; you must know what to do & then do your best.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success requires both effort and the right strategy.
This quote emphasizes that merely doing your best is insufficient for achieving goals; one must also possess the knowledge and understanding of what actions to take. It suggests that effectiveness stems from a combination of effort and informed decision-making in order to achieve desired outcomes.
Themes
SuccessEffortStrategyKnowledgeAction
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, this quote can motivate colleagues to not only work hard but also smart.
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