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Fires cant be made with dead embers, nor can enthusiasm be stirred by spiritless men. Enthusiasm in our daily work light
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"Fires can't be made with dead embers, nor can enthusiasm be stirred by spiritless men. Enthusiasm in our daily work lightens effort and turns even labor into pleasant tasks"

- James A. Baldwin

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This quote by James A. Baldwin talks to the value of enthusiasm in our everyday work. He suggests that without interest, it is difficult to make progress. Just as a fire can not be made with dead embers, interest can not be stirred by spiritless men. He emphasizes that interest is essential to lighten effort and make even labor into enjoyable tasks. This quote motivates us to bring interest to our daily work, as it can make a huge difference in our performance and total fulfillment. It is important to remember that interest is infectious, and it can help to inspire and influence those around us. By bringing enthusiasm to our daily work, we can make it more pleasurable and productive.

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James A. Baldwin This quote is written / told by James A. Baldwin between August 2, 1924 and December 1, 1987. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 51 other quotes.

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