“The character of greatness must be measured in two ways, else the measurement is flawed. First, and by far most popular of all, is by one's ability to succeed in times of trial where others may fail. But of no less importance, and perhaps foundational to any form of greatness, is one's willingness to start over in spite of failure, when success seems farthest away.” WayFirstsMayTwoCharacterSeemsFormAbilityFailingGreatnessSucceedImportanceTrialsSpiteWillingnessFlawedStarting OverMeasurementTwo WaysAbility To Succeed Author:Guy Finley
“If you want the secondary greatness of recognized talent, focus first on primary greatness of character.” IfsWantInspirationalFirstsCharacterFocusTalentGreatnessPrimaries Book:Daily Reflections for Highly Effective People: Living THE SEVEN HABITS OF HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE Every Day Source: Daily Reflections for Highly Effective People: Living THE SEVEN HABITS OF HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE Every Day
“The first step toward greatness is to be honest, says the proverb; but the proverb fails to state the case strong enough. Honesty is not only "the first step toward greatness," - it is greatness itself.” FirstsStatesEnoughStrongStepsCasesFailingHonestHonestyGreatnessBeing HonestFirst StepsStrong Enough Author:Christian Nestell Bovee