“Men fail much oftener from want of perseverance than from want of talent.” (William Cobbett)
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In Your Own Words…
In your own words, what is the main idea of the quote above by the 19th century English journalist and politician William Cobbett?
“If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” (Albert Einstein)
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Getting Personal
Have you ever been disappointed with the results of someone’s efforts, or of your own, because of a lack of dedication? If yes, what was the situation, and why did you or do you perceive the disappointing results as having been due to a lack of dedication?
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INSIGHTS for SUCCESS
“Success is the child of drudgery and perseverance. It cannot be coaxed or bribed; pay the price and it is yours.” (Orison Swett Marden)
“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” (Pele)
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