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Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.

Posted on 24 April 2011 by philosiblog

Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure. – Confucius What does that mean? This saying has been paraphrased in modern times as “failing to plan is planning to fail.”  Does it make … Continue reading →

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Million dollar ideas are a dime a dozen. The determination to see the idea through is what’s priceless.

Posted on 14 April 2011 by philosiblog

Million dollar ideas are a dime a dozen. The determination to see the idea through is what’s priceless. – Robert Dieffenbach What does that mean? To me, this says that there are lots of great ideas out there.  And not … Continue reading →

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I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed.

Posted on 15 March 2011 by philosiblog

I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed. – Michael Jordan What does that mean? This quote seems to imply the fruit of success grow from the ashes of failure.  How … Continue reading →

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