Aim Quote by Art Linkletter
“Do a little more than you're paid to. Give a little more than you have to. Try a little harder than you want to. Aim a little higher than you think possible, and give a lot of thanks to God for health, family, and friends.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Motivational talk, 1965
Exceed expectations, give more than required, and express gratitude for health, family, and friends.
In simple terms: Give more, be grateful.
Key Takeaway
Aim higher, thank often.
Themes
self-improvement
gratitude
excellence
Mood
optimistic
uplifting
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career
- personal development
- community service
Key Concepts
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you realistically give more?
- How does gratitude affect performance?
A Different Perspective
May cause burnout if overextended.
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