Quote by Benjamin Franklin

He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else.

He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anythi

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This quote means that someone who constantly makes excuses is usually not capable or reliable for anything else. It suggests that making excuses is a transparent and ineffective way of avoiding responsibilities or admitting mistakes, which indicates a lack of accountability and sincerity. The quote emphasizes the importance of taking ownership of one's actions and abilities rather than seeking to justify shortcomings through excuses. It implies that true competence and achievement require actions and results, rather than mere explanations.

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