Remembering that the man who always fights one more round is never whipped.
James J. CorbettRead
Only those who have patience to do simple things perfectly ever acquire the skill to do difficult things easily.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Patience in mastering simple tasks leads to success in more complex ones.
This quote emphasizes the importance of patience and precision in executing simple tasks, suggesting that it is through careful practice and dedication to these fundamentals that one develops the skills necessary to tackle more challenging endeavors. By mastering the basics, individuals lay a strong foundation for future success in more complex situations.
Themes
PatienceSkillPracticeSimpleDifficultPerfection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech for students underscoring the value of diligent practice.
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Fight one more round. When your arms are so tired that you can hardly lift your hands to come on guard, fight one more round. When your nose is bleeding and your eyes are black and you are so tired that you wish your opponent would crack you one on the jaw and put you to sleep, fight one more round - remembering that the man who always fights one more round is never whipped.
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