Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

I made up my mind long ago that life was too short to do anything for myself that I could pay others to do for me.

I made up my mind long ago that life was too short to do any

Summary

This quote highlights the belief that time is precious and should not be spent on tasks that can be outsourced or delegated to others. It suggests the speaker's preference for investing their time and energy in more valuable endeavors, rather than engaging in mundane or time-consuming activities. The quote emphasizes the importance of efficiency and prioritizing one's time for meaningful pursuits.

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By W. Somerset Maugham

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