A shot that goes in the cup is pure luck, but a shot to within two feet of the flag is skill.
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You only hit a straight ball by accident. The ball is going to move right or left every time you hit it, so you had better make it go one way or the other.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success often requires intentional action rather than passive waiting.
Ben Hogan's quote highlights the importance of actively guiding our efforts towards a goal. It suggests that, just like a ball can veer off course, our paths in life may not always be straightforward, and thus we must take decisive action to influence the outcome instead of relying on chance.
Themes
SuccessActionIntentDecisivenessEffort
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a motivational speech at a team-building event.
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