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“I always have on my mind the thought that next year I must do something greater, something more wonderful.” quote by Harry Houdini
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“I always have on my mind the thought that next year I must do something greater, something more wonderful.”

Harry Houdini

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview, 1926

He urges continual self‑improvement, aiming for ever‑greater achievements each year.

In simple terms: Seek bigger, more wonderful goals yearly.

Key Takeaway

Set higher goals annually.

Themes

ambition growth self‑improvement

Mood

inspired determined

Type

motivational aspirational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • creative projects
  • personal milestones
  • annual reviews

Key Concepts

personal development goal setting

Questions to Reflect On

  • What greater goal will you set for next year?
  • How will you measure “greater”?
A Different Perspective

May overlook realistic limits, leading to burnout.

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