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Hours Quote by Marvin Hamlisch

“I think that when NASA works on a moon shot, they know too well that all of the people working on it must do their job at 110 percent. Sometimes they probably put in 18 hour days, but they're aiming for the moon, and that's what counts” quote by Marvin Hamlisch
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“I think that when NASA works on a moon shot, they know too well that all of the people working on it must do their job at 110 percent. Sometimes they probably put in 18 hour days, but they're aiming for the moon, and that's what counts”

Marvin Hamlisch

About This Quote

The quote emphasizes the extreme dedication and effort required by NASA teams to achieve ambitious goals like a moon mission.

In simple terms: NASA staff must work at maximum effort, often long hours, to reach lofty objectives.

Key Takeaway

Commit fully to ambitious goals.

Themes

dedication teamwork excellence

Mood

inspirational determined

Type

motivational leadership

When to use this quote

  • space missions
  • large‑scale projects
  • corporate initiatives

Key Concepts

high performance long hours goal orientation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do teams balance intensity with well‑being?
  • What motivates people to give 110%?
A Different Perspective

Sustained overwork can lead to burnout.

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