He set standards of excellence that remain unsurpassed.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A person set a high standard of quality that remains unmatched.
- In plain terms
- Someone did such good work that no one has beaten it since.
- What can you take from it?
- Strive for excellence that outlasts your career.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What standards do you set for yourself?
- Who do you look up to?
Another view
Standards can change over time, making comparison difficult.
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