Quote by John Wooden

If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?

If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have ti

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of doing a task correctly the first time. It suggests that if one rushes through a task due to lack of time and doesn't do it right, then they will ultimately have to invest more time in redoing it later. It encourages prioritizing accuracy and quality over speed, as doing something right the first time saves time in the long run.

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By John Wooden

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