Quote by Mark Twain

If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And If it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first.

If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thi

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This quote emphasizes the importance of tackling challenging or unpleasant tasks promptly and prioritizing them based on their significance. Eating a frog symbolizes handling difficult responsibilities, and it suggests that addressing them early in the day allows one to maintain momentum and alleviate procrastination. Additionally, the reference to eating the biggest frog first underscores the idea of addressing the most significant or difficult task at hand, allowing subsequent tasks to feel more manageable.

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