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Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.

Author

Name Henry David Thoreau
Biography Author of 'Walden'
Nationality American
Awards N/A
Profession Philosopher
Date Of Birth 07/12/1817
Lifetime 07/12/1817 - 05/06/1862

Quote

Analysis Thoreau suggests that focus on the task, not the reward, leads to success.
Context General philosophy
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Original Quote Language English
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Topics Motivation , Success , Work , Determination ,

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