Once a man has made a commitment to a way of life, he puts the greatest strength in the world behind him. It's something we call heart power. Once a man has made this commitment, nothing will stop him short of success.
Vince LombardiRead
Most important of all, to be successful in life demands that a man make a personal commitment to excellence and to victory, even though the ultimate victory can never be completely won. Yet that victory might be pursued and wooed with every fiber of our body, with every bit of our might and all our effort. And each week, there is a new encounter; each day, there is a new challenge.
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What this quote means
Success requires a personal commitment to excellence and relentless pursuit, even if ultimate victory is unattainable.
Vince Lombardi emphasizes that true success in life is rooted in a strong personal dedication to excellence and a relentless pursuit of one's goals. He acknowledges that while complete victory may never be fully realized, the journey towards achieving our aspirations is filled with daily challenges and opportunities that we must confront with vigor and determination.
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SuccessExcellenceCommitmentVictoryEffortChallenge
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In a motivational speech about striving for success in the workplace.
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