Tag Archives: success

I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.

Posted on 30 November 2012 by philosiblog

I never dreamed about success. I worked for it. – Estée Lauder What does that mean? This quote goes to the heart of the definition of ‘dream.’ To some, a dream is more a fantasy, something you engage in when you … Continue reading →

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Talent alone won’t make you a success. Neither will being in the right place at the right time, unless you are ready. The most important question is: “Are your ready?”

Posted on 23 October 2012 by philosiblog

Talent alone won’t make you a success. Neither will being in the right place at the right time, unless you are ready. The most important question is: “Are your ready?” – Johnny Carson What does that mean? This is a classic statement … Continue reading →

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I couldn’t wait for success, so I went ahead without it.

Posted on 2 August 2012 by philosiblog

I couldn’t wait for success, so I went ahead without it. – Jonathan Winters What does that mean? This is a funny line, from a funny guy. Most people are in a hurry to be successful. Some work crazy hard, some … Continue reading →

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Success is not counted by how high you have climbed but by how many people you brought with you.

Posted on 19 June 2012 by philosiblog

Success is not counted by how high you have climbed but by how many people you brought with you. – Dr Wil Rose What does that mean? I like quotes that challenge the usual thought process. Many, perhaps most, score … Continue reading →

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The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking spaces.

Posted on 4 May 2012 by philosiblog

The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking spaces. ― Will Rogers What does that mean? I like this quote, and am familiar with more than a few of the parking spaces it mentions. However, I try to … Continue reading →

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One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation.

Posted on 8 March 2012 by philosiblog

One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation. – Arthur Ashe What does that mean? This is a quote that seems so obvious, but so many people haven’t thought it out. While I have … Continue reading →

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In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.

Posted on 24 February 2012 by philosiblog

In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure. – Bill Cosby What does that mean? How many of us have a fear of failure? For him, as a comic, the failure would be … Continue reading →

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It is wise to keep in mind that neither success nor failure is ever final.

Posted on 15 September 2011 by philosiblog

It is wise to keep in mind that neither success nor failure is ever final. – Roger Babson What does that mean? To me, this is a core belief. I believe neither is final. If you try to do something and … Continue reading →

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Failures, repeated failures, are finger posts on the road to achievement. One fails forward toward success.

Posted on 18 August 2011 by philosiblog

Failures, repeated failures, are finger posts on the road to achievement. One fails forward toward success. – Charles F. Kettering What does that mean? This is another Twitter-friendly shortened quote. The full quote is : “Every great improvement has come after repeated … Continue reading →

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…the best you are capable of becoming.

Posted on 27 May 2011 by philosiblog

Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming. – John Wooden What does that mean? To me, it speaks to effort, … Continue reading →

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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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