Adversity and perseverance Quote by Calvin Coolidge

“Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not: nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.” quote by Calvin Coolidge — Download Open image

“Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not: nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.”

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