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I never did anything worth doing by accident, nor did any of my inventions come by accident they came by work.

I never did anything worth doing by accident, nor did any of

Summary

This quote highlights the belief that success and great achievements are not products of chance or luck. The speaker asserts that they never stumbled upon anything significant by accident. Rather, both their accomplishments and inventions were the results of deliberate effort and hard work. This statement emphasizes the importance of dedication, intention, and purposeful actions in attaining desired outcomes. It emphasizes that genuine achievements are earned through deliberate and persistent effort, rather than mere chance.

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