How many a man has thrown up his hands at a time when a little more effort, a little more patience would have achieved success.
Elbert HubbardRead
When on the brink of complete discouragement, success is discerning that...the line between failure and success is so fine that often a single extra effort is all that is needed to bring victory out of defeat.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success often hinges on making just one additional effort when you're about to give up.
This quote emphasizes the idea that success and failure are often separated by a very thin line. In moments of deep discouragement, it's vital to recognize that with just a little more effort, one can turn potential defeat into victory, highlighting the importance of perseverance and determination in the face of challenges.
Themes
SuccessEffortPerseveranceDiscouragementVictory
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to inspire employees during a tough project.
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