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There is nothing so useless as doing efficiently that which should not be done at all.
There is nothing so useless as doing efficiently that which should not be done at all.
In the republic of mediocrity, genius is dangerous.
In the republic of mediocrity, genius is dangerous.
People who are unable to motivate themselves must be content with mediocrity, no matter how impressive their other talents.
People who are unable to motivate themselves must be content with mediocrity, no matter how impressive their other talents.
Getting ahead in a difficult profession requires avid faith in yourself. That is why some people with mediocre talent, but read more
Getting ahead in a difficult profession requires avid faith in yourself. That is why some people with mediocre talent, but with great inner drive, go much further than people with vastly superior talent.
Mediocrity obtains more with application than superiority without it.
Mediocrity obtains more with application than superiority without it.
Jealousy is the tribute mediocrity pays to genius.
Jealousy is the tribute mediocrity pays to genius.
Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognizes genius.
Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognizes genius.
A steady salary is an invitation to mediocrity.
A steady salary is an invitation to mediocrity.
Not doing more than the average is what keeps the average down.
Not doing more than the average is what keeps the average down.