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Doing things Quote by Albert E.N. Gray

“The secret of success of every man who has ever been successful lies in the fact that he formed the habit of doing things that failures don't like to do.” quote by Albert E.N. Gray
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““The secret of success of every man who has ever been successful lies in the fact that he formed the habit of doing things that failures don't like to do.””

Albert E.N. Gray

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Secret of Success,” 1995

Success requires doing tasks that others avoid, forming a habit that embraces difficulty.

In simple terms: Success comes from tackling unpopular tasks.

Key Takeaway

Adopt challenging habits for success.

Themes

success habit effort resilience growth

Mood

motivational pragmatic

Type

self‑help inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • skill acquisition
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

habit formation risk taking personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What tasks do you avoid that could lead to success?
  • How can you build a habit of tackling tough work?
A Different Perspective

Avoiding discomfort limits progress.

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