Quote by William Hague

Let's not be afraid to speak the common sense truth: you can't have high standards without good discipline.

Let's not be afraid to speak the common sense truth: you can

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This quote highlights the importance of discipline in maintaining high standards. It suggests that discipline is a necessary prerequisite for achieving success and maintaining a high level of excellence. Without discipline, it becomes difficult to uphold the standards we set for ourselves or for others. By acknowledging the truth of this common sense principle, the quote emphasizes the need for discipline as a foundational element in accomplishing our goals and maintaining the level of quality we desire.

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