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“If you expect perfection from people your whole life is a series of disappointments, grumblings and complaints. If, on the contrary, you pitch your expectations low, taking folks as the inefficient creatures which they are, you are frequently surprised by having them perform better than you had hoped.”

Quote by Bruce Barton

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Bruce Barton was an American author born on August 5, 1886, and passed away on July 5, 1967. Known for his motivational and business-themed works, he was a beloved writer among readers. more

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