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“In doing your work in the great world, it is a safe plan to follow a rule I once heard on the football field: Don't flinch, don't fall; hit the line hard.” quote by Theodore Roosevelt
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“In doing your work in the great world, it is a safe plan to follow a rule I once heard on the football field: Don't flinch, don't fall; hit the line hard.”

Theodore Roosevelt

About This Quote

Source Speech: Unknown, possibly personal anecdote

Encourages bold, decisive action and resilience in work and life.

In simple terms: Be bold and resilient.

Key Takeaway

Act decisively and stay resilient.

Themes

courage resilience action work confidence

Mood

determined confident motivational

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career challenges
  • sports competition
  • public speaking
  • personal projects

Key Concepts

Determination risk-taking self-reliance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance boldness with careful planning?
  • When is it okay to retreat?
A Different Perspective

May overlook the need for strategic planning.

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