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What does it mean?
Personal ambition drives him to improve his own work rather than just finish it.
In plain terms
He does things to do them better.
What can you take from it?
Strive to improve your work.

Where it applies

  • work
  • craftsmanship
  • project management

Putting it to work

  • seek feedback
  • refine your craft

Questions to consider

  • Why do you do your work?
  • What do you want to improve?

Another view

Sometimes done is better than perfect.

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