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Accomplish Quote by B. C. Forbes

“First make sure that what you aspire to accomplish is worth accomplishing, and then throw your whole vitality into it. What's worth doing is worth doing well. And to do anything well, wheter it be typing a letter or drawing up an agreement involving millions, we must give not only our hands to the…” quote by B. C. Forbes
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“First make sure that what you aspire to accomplish is worth accomplishing, and then throw your whole vitality into it. What's worth doing is worth doing well. And to do anything well, wheter it be typing a letter or drawing up an agreement involving millions, we must give not only our hands to the doing of it, but our brains, our enthusiasm, the best - all that is in us. The task to which you dedicate yourself can never become a drudgery.”

B. C. Forbes

About This Quote

Source Book: Unknown, possibly a motivational essay

The quote urges aligning effort with meaningful goals and investing full mental and emotional energy to avoid drudgery.

In simple terms: Give your whole self to worthwhile tasks.

Key Takeaway

Commit fully to meaningful work.

Themes

purpose effort fulfillment

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career projects
  • creative endeavors
  • personal development

Key Concepts

meaningful work intrinsic motivation flow

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truly matters to you?
  • How can you sustain enthusiasm?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting balance can lead to burnout.

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