Quote by Joe Carter

I honestly believed I would make it. I had the desire. A lot of people have the ability, but they don't put forth the effort.

I honestly believed I would make it. I had the desire. A lot

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's optimistic belief in their own capabilities and determination. They believed that they had the necessary desire to achieve their goals, emphasizing that desire alone is not enough. The quote also highlights the common phenomenon of people having the ability to succeed but failing to commit the required effort. It implies that success requires a combination of both ability and consistent hard work.

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By Joe Carter

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