Before success in any man's life he is sure to meet with much temporary defeat and, perhaps, some failure. When defeat overtakes a man, the easiest and most logical thing to do is to quit. That is exactly what the majority of men do. -Napoleon Hill

 

Before success in any man's life he is sure to meet with much temporary defeat and, perhaps, some failure. When defeat overtakes a man, the easiest and most logical thing to do is to quit. That is exactly what the majority of men do.


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This quote is just one of 18 total Napoleon Hill quotes in our collection. Napoleon Hill is known for saying 'Before success in any man's life he is sure to meet with much temporary defeat and, perhaps, some failure. When defeat overtakes a man, the easiest and most logical thing to do is to quit. That is exactly what the majority of men do.' as well as some of the following quotes.

You give before you get.

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It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed.

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Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.

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If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.

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Success in highest and noblest form calls for peace of mind and enjoyment and happiness which comes only to the man who has found the work he likes best. -Napoleon Hill
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When defeat comes, accept it as a signal that your plans are not sound, rebuild those plans, and set sail once more toward your coveted goal.

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