You must have no dependence on your own genius. If you have great talents, industry will improve them; if you have but moderate abilities, industry will supply their deficiency.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Rely on hard work rather than innate talent, as industry improves talents and compensates for limitations.
- In plain terms
- Hard work matters more than natural ability.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on effort over relying on talent.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you rely on talent or work?
- How does effort shape your skills?
Another view
Some fields may value raw talent over effort.
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