Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Significant accomplishments typically require significant sacrifice and selflessness.
- In plain terms
- Great things need big sacrifices and giving up selfishness.
- What can you take from it?
- Be ready to sacrifice personal gain for great results.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you willing to give up?
- Who benefits from your work?
Another view
Some achievements can be reached through cleverness rather than grand sacrifice.
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