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About this quote

What does it mean?
Life and death are fleeting; what matters is the lasting work we leave behind.
In plain terms
What you do matters more than how long you live.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize meaningful work over idle time.

Where it applies

  • career planning
  • personal reflection

Putting it to work

  • set clear goals
  • focus on impact

Questions to consider

  • What work would you like to be remembered for?
  • How do you balance urgency and quality?

Another view

Not everyone can achieve great work; circumstances vary.

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