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What does it mean?
Success requires committing to a good idea and working diligently until it is perfect.
In plain terms
Pick a good idea, stick with it, and work hard until it is done right.
What can you take from it?
Persistence and focus are key to executing ideas well.

Where it applies

  • project management
  • skill development
  • entrepreneurship

Putting it to work

  • commit to key ideas
  • set quality standards
  • follow through

Questions to consider

  • What idea are you committed to?
  • How do you define done right?

Another view

Staying with one idea too long can prevent adapting to better opportunities.

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