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What does it mean?
Apply yourself fully to every task you start.
In plain terms
Try your best at everything you do.
What can you take from it?
Strive for excellence in all tasks.

Where it applies

  • daily work
  • hobbies
  • learning new skills

Putting it to work

  • focus on quality
  • avoid half-hearted efforts

Questions to consider

  • How do you define doing well?
  • Can you do well at everything?

Another view

Trying your best at everything can lead to burnout.

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