Admirable Quote by John C. Maxwell
“Although it's admirable to be ambitious and hard-working, it's more desirable to be smart-working.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, 1998
Advocates working intelligently rather than merely harder, emphasizing efficiency over effort.
In simple terms: Work smarter, not just harder.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize strategic effort over sheer labor.
Themes
efficiency
intelligence
productivity
Mood
motivational
practical
Type
leadership
self‑help
When to use this quote
- project management
- entrepreneurship
- team leadership
Key Concepts
strategic planning
time management
Questions to Reflect On
- What tasks can you automate to free mental bandwidth?
- How can you measure the impact of smart work?
A Different Perspective
Smart work still requires discipline and focus.
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