A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
John D. RockefellerRead
Singleness of purpose is one of the chief essentials for success in life, no matter what may be one's aim.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focusing on a single goal is crucial for achieving success in any endeavor.
This quote emphasizes the importance of having a clear and singular purpose in life when striving for success. John D. Rockefeller suggests that regardless of the specific aim one may have, maintaining a concentrated focus on that goal is a fundamental component of achieving success.
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SuccessPurposeFocusGoalAchievement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech aimed at students preparing for their exams.
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