Who in the same given time can produce more than others has vigor; who can produce more and better, has talents; who can produce what none else can, has genius.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Vigor produces more work, talents produce better work, and genius produces unique work.
- In plain terms
- Vigor makes more, talents make better, genius makes unique things.
- What can you take from it?
- Know the difference between effort, skill, and innovation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you vigorous or talented?
- How do you define genius?
Another view
These traits often overlap in real-world achievement.
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