No man can succeed in a line of endeavor which he does not like.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Success is unlikely in any field you do not enjoy.
- In plain terms
- You can’t succeed in work you don’t like.
- What can you take from it?
- Choose pursuits that align with your passions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can you incorporate passion into your current role?
- What steps can you take to transition to a field you love?
Another view
Sometimes practical needs force work in unwanted fields.
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