Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

All the great speakers were bad speakers at first.

All the great speakers were bad speakers at first.

Summary

This quote suggests that every accomplished orator started out with less than stellar public speaking skills. It implies that even the most successful and eloquent speakers had to start somewhere, likely making mistakes or struggling initially. The quote highlights the notion that skill and mastery in public speaking is not innate but rather developed with time, practice, and experience. It serves as motivation for aspiring speakers, emphasizing that talent and success in this domain are achievable with perseverance and dedication.

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Speeches (oratory)

By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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