Acceptable Quote by Charles Stanley
“If a person becomes content with what is average, minimally acceptable, or satisfactory, she will rarely exert the effort or work toward something that is truly excellent or outstanding.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Business Success Principles, 2005
Settling for average prevents achieving excellence; effort is needed for outstanding results.
In simple terms: Being average stops you from excellence.
Key Takeaway
Strive beyond mediocrity.
Themes
self-improvement
excellence
effort
Mood
determined
inspirational
Type
self-help
motivational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- personal development
- academic achievement
Key Concepts
goal setting
performance standards
Questions to Reflect On
- What does excellence look like for you?
- How can you push past average?
A Different Perspective
Comfort zones hinder growth.
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