My mother, may her soul rest in peace, shaped my personality; thanks to her, I have acquired many values, good traits and skills.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al MaktoumRead
Most people talk; we do things. They plan; we achieve. They hesitate; we move ahead. We are living proof that when human beings have the courage and commitment to transform a dream into reality, there is nothing that can stop them.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of action and commitment in achieving dreams.
In this quote, Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum highlights the stark difference between mere talk and actual achievement. He suggests that while many people merely speculate and plan, those who take decisive action and exhibit courage can transform their dreams into reality. This underscores the significance of determination and commitment in overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
In practice
In a motivational speech at a graduation ceremony, to inspire students to take action.
My mother, may her soul rest in peace, shaped my personality; thanks to her, I have acquired many values, good traits and skills.
With each new day in Africa, a gazelle wakes up knowing he must outrun the fastest lion or perish. At the same time, a lion stirs and stretches, knowing he must outrun the fastest gazelle or starve. It's no different for the human race. Whether you consider yourself a gazelle or a lion, you have to run faster than others to survive.
An easy life does not make men, nor does it build nations. Challenges make men, and it is these men who build nations.
There is no Dubai and Abu Dhabi; we are one. Whoever doesn't understand this should do their homework before they start talking. We will be there for each other when we need it.
The race for excellence has no finish line.
God helps him who strives hard.
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Desire is the starting point of all achievement, not a hope, not a wish, but a keen pulsating desire which transcends everything.
Take off your bedroom slippers, put on your marching shoes. Shake it off. Stop complaining, stop grumbling, stop crying. We are going to press on. We’ve got work to do.
I've hosted the Soul Train awards, the American Music Awards... and I had my own talk show. So if I can't host by now, what the hell can I do?
Are you better off today than you were four years ago?
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