Appreciation Quote by William Makepeace Thackeray
“Next to excellence is the appreciation of it.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Vanity Fair, 1848
Excellence should be followed by recognizing and valuing it.
In simple terms: Appreciate excellence after it occurs.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor excellence.
Themes
excellence
appreciation
recognition
humility
Mood
reflective
respectful
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- award ceremonies
- performance reviews
- team celebrations
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
virtue ethics
social acknowledgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you show appreciation?
- Why is acknowledgment important?
A Different Perspective
People may ignore excellence.
