“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination are omnipotent. The slogan ‘press on’ has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.” (Calvin Coolidge)
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In your own words, what is the main idea of the above quote by former U.S. President Calvin Coolidge?
“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 observed, possibly with yourself included, someone accomplish something, not due to special talent, but rather due to persistence and extra effort. What was the achievement, and why do you think it was more the result of effort and determination rather than simply talent?
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INSIGHTS for SUCCESS
“The future rewards those who press on. I don’t have time to feel sorry for myself. I don’t have time to complain. I’m going to press on.” (Barack Obama)
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