Quote by Ben Jonson

Success produces confidence confidence relaxes industry, and negligence ruins the reputation which accuracy had raised.

Success produces confidence confidence relaxes industry, and

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone achieves success, they often become more confident in their abilities. This confidence can lead to a relaxed attitude towards their work or industry. However, if this relaxed attitude transitions into negligence, it can ultimately destroy the good reputation that was built through accurate and diligent efforts. In other words, success can breed complacency, and complacency can lead to downfall. It serves as a reminder of the importance of staying focused, humble, and maintaining the same level of dedication and precision that earned success in the first place.

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Success

By Ben Jonson

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