Good character is more to be praised than outstanding talent. Most talents are, to some extent, a gift. Good character, by contrast, is not given to us. We have to build it, piece by piece – by thought, choice, courage, and determination.
H. JACKSON BROWN JR.Strive for excellence, not perfection.
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Measure your wealth by what you’d have left if you lost all your money.
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Perform your job better than anyone else can. That’s the best job security I know.
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Someone will always be looking at you as an example of how to behave. Don’t let him down.
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Good manners sometimes means simply putting up with other people’s bad manners.
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People who accomplish big things did small things well.
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Your mind can only hold one thought at a time. Make it a positive and constructive one.
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When you can’t change the direction of the wind — adjust your sails
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Improve your performance by improving your attitude.
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Don’t judge those who try and fail. Judge only those who fail to try.
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Ask yourself if you would feel comfortable giving your two best friends a key to your house. If not, look for some new best friends.
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Dishonesty is like a boomerang. About the time you think all is well, it hits you in the back of the head.
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Opportunity dances with those already on the dance floor.
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The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.
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Remember that children, marriages, and flower gardens reflect the kind of care they get.
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Make a list of twenty-five things you want to experience before you die. Carry it in your wallet or purse and refer to it often.
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