I have always been a quarter of an hour before my time and it has made a man of me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Horatio Nelson says that being consistently early helped him become a successful person.
- In plain terms
- Being early to things helped me succeed.
- What can you take from it?
- Punctuality builds character and success.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does your schedule affect your performance?
- What habit has helped you grow?
Another view
Success depends on many factors beyond just punctuality.
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