As you walk down the fairway of life you must smell the roses, for you only get to play one round.
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A shot that goes in the cup is pure luck, but a shot to within two feet of the flag is skill.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Achieving success often depends on skill rather than just luck.
This quote by Ben Hogan emphasizes the distinction between luck and skill in achieving success. While getting a desired outcome can sometimes seem like a matter of chance, the true measure of ability lies in consistently performing well and getting close to one's goals, which requires practice and expertise.
Themes
SuccessSkillLuckAchievementGoal
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about the importance of honing one's skills.
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