No one rises so high as he who knows not whither he is going.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Achievement often comes to those who pursue a cause without being distracted by specific outcomes or destinations.
- In plain terms
- People succeed most when they focus on doing good rather than worrying about the end result.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on the work, not just the goal.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What would you do if success didn't matter?
- How often do you fixate on outcomes?
Another view
Sometimes knowing your destination helps avoid wasted effort.
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