Quote by Steve Backley

There are three types of people in this world. Firstly, there are people who make things happen. Then there are people who watch things happen. Lastly, there are people who ask, what happened? Which do you want to be?

There are three types of people in this world. Firstly, ther

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of taking action and being proactive in life. The first type of people mentioned are those who actively work towards achieving their goals and making things happen. The second type are passive spectators, who observe and follow along with events as they unfold. The last type are those who are unaware of or disengaged from what is happening around them. The quote serves as a reminder to choose to be amongst those who make things happen, rather than being a bystander or someone unaware of their surroundings.

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Life Changing Mind Body Spirit Motivational Inspirational Life Coaching 12 Rules For Success Allegorical Enhanced Performance

By Steve Backley

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