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"Indecision and delays are the parents of failure"

- George Canning

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This quote by George Canning is a pointer that procrastination and lack of decision-making can lead to failure. Canning is recommending that if we take too long to make choices or if we are unable to make decisions at all, then we will not achieve success. He is emphasizing the importance of making decisions quickly and confidently in order to achieve success. Canning is also alerting us that if we are indecisive and delay our choices, then we will not have the ability to reach our goals. This quote is a tip that we must not hesitate to make decisions and take action in order to accomplish our goals. We ought to not let indecision and hold-ups avoid us from achieving success.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by George Canning between April 11, 1770 and August 8, 1827. He/she was a famous Statesman from England. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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