Quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

If you would hit the mark, you must aim a little above it.

If you would hit the mark, you must aim a little above it.

Summary

This quote is advising that achieving success requires aiming high and setting ambitious goals. To hit the target, one must aim slightly above it, acknowledging that setbacks and adjustments may occur along the way. By aiming higher than the desired goal, it allows for the potential to stretch beyond one's comfort zone and strive for excellence. It emphasizes the importance of setting challenging objectives to maximize potential and increase the likelihood of attaining success.

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By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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