Quote by Timothy Michael McDougall

It's the things you do that you don't have to do that always determine the difference when it is too late to do anything about it.

It's the things you do that you don't have to do that always

Summary

This quote highlights the significance of taking proactive action in order to achieve desired outcomes. It emphasizes that it is the extra effort invested in tasks that are not mandatory or obligatory that ultimately distinguishes success from failure. By underlining the importance of going above and beyond the minimum requirements, the quote warns that neglecting to do so may lead to regrets and missed opportunities later on, when it becomes too late to rectify the situation.

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By Timothy Michael McDougall

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