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“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not, unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence, and persistence alone, always will solve the problems of the human race.” - Calvin Coolidge
This quote by Calvin Coolidge, or silent Cal as he was called, was such an inspiration and encouragement to me in my early years. I never thought of myself as overly talented or as having an exceptional education, but I knew that I could persist.
Larry W. Dennis says:
Persistence was, is, in my control. As you read this wonderful quote, you have your own context, your own point of reference, regardless of where you come from or where you’re headed, the one sure thing that will help you succeed is persistence and persistence is in your control.
Larry W. Dennis says:
