Quote by Barack Obama

We need to internalize this idea of excellence. Not many folks spend a lot of time trying to be excellent.

We need to internalize this idea of excellence. Not many fol

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This quote emphasizes the importance of aiming for excellence and the lack of dedication that most individuals show towards achieving it. It highlights the need to not only strive for mediocrity but to internalize and embody the concept of excellence in everything we do. It suggests that putting in the necessary time, effort, and focus on being excellent is often overlooked or undervalued by many people, reminding us of the significance of pursuing greatness in our endeavors.

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