Quote by Orison Swett Marden

Doing common things uncommonly well.

Doing common things uncommonly well.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of striving for excellence even in the simplest tasks or activities. It suggests that by putting in extra effort, attention to detail, and focus, we can elevate mundane or ordinary actions into extraordinary ones. It encourages us to go beyond merely completing tasks and to approach them with a level of skill, efficiency, and innovation that sets us apart. Ultimately, the quote reminds us that true greatness lies not only in doing extraordinary things but also in doing ordinary things exceptionally well.

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Excellence

By Orison Swett Marden

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