Pay attention to the vital few and ignore the trivial many.
John Paul DejoriaRead
Success is how well you do what you do when nobody else is looking.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success is defined by the quality of your work when there is no external supervision.
This quote emphasizes that true success is measured by one's dedication and commitment to excellence, even in the absence of an audience or recognition. It highlights the importance of intrinsic motivation and integrity, suggesting that one's actions should align with personal standards of quality and effort, rather than being influenced by external validation.
Themes
SuccessIntegrityDedicationCommitmentWork
In practice
Example use cases
This quote would be perfect in a motivational speech about hard work and self-discipline.
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