I have never thought of myself as a good writer. Anyone who wants reassurance of that should read one of my first drafts. But I'm one of the world's great rewriters.
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There are no insoluble problems. Only time-consuming ones.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Problems can always be solved; it's just a matter of time and effort.
This quote by James A. Michener emphasizes that while certain problems may seem complex or challenging, they are not impossible to resolve. The key lies in dedicating enough time and resources to address them, suggesting a perspective that encourages patience and diligence in problem-solving.
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ProblemsSolutionsTimeEffortChallenges
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, when discussing a difficult project, one might say this quote to inspire confidence in overcoming obstacles.
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