Quote by Malcolm Forbes

By the time we've made it, we've had it.

By the time we've made it, we've had it.

Summary

This quote suggests that once we have achieved success or accomplished something significant, the satisfaction or fulfillment we were seeking may have already diminished. It implies that the journey or process of reaching our goals can often be more rewarding than the destination itself. It warns against exclusively focusing on the end result, as the joy and fulfillment can be fleeting once we actually reach the desired outcome.

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