A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
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Singleness of purpose is one of the chief essentials for success in life, no matter what may be one's aim.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focusing on a single goal is crucial for achieving success in any endeavor.
This quote emphasizes the importance of having a clear and singular purpose in life when striving for success. John D. Rockefeller suggests that regardless of the specific aim one may have, maintaining a concentrated focus on that goal is a fundamental component of achieving success.
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SuccessPurposeFocusGoalAchievement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech aimed at students preparing for their exams.
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