Every noble work is at first impossible.

Every noble work is at first impossible.

When I was young I observed that nine out of every ten things I did were failures, so I did read more

When I was young I observed that nine out of every ten things I did were failures, so I did ten times more work.

Diligence is a great teacher.

Diligence is a great teacher.

Diligence is a good thing, but taking things easy is much more restful

Diligence is a good thing, but taking things easy is much more restful

The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.

The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.

The secret of success is constancy of purpose.

The secret of success is constancy of purpose.

That which ordinary men are fit for, I am qualified in. and the best of me is diligence.

That which ordinary men are fit for, I am qualified in. and the best of me is diligence.

Persevere in virtue and diligence.

Persevere in virtue and diligence.

Few things are impossible to diligence and skill ... Great works are performed, not by strength, but perseverance.

Few things are impossible to diligence and skill ... Great works are performed, not by strength, but perseverance.