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No one can possibly achieve any real and lasting success or get rich in business by being a conformist
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"No one can possibly achieve any real and lasting success or 'get rich' in business by being a conformist"

- J. Paul Getty

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This quote by J. Paul Getty is emphasizing the value of being a private and not conforming to the status quo. He is suggesting that if one wishes to achieve success in service and prosper, they need to believe outside package and be imaginative. He is indicating that if one follows the same course as everybody else, they will not have the ability to stand apart and will not have the ability to accomplish any real and lasting success. He is motivating people to take risks and be ingenious in order to achieve success. He is likewise recommending that if one wishes to succeed, they must want to put in the hard work and commitment that it takes to be effective. This quote is a reminder that success does not come simple which it takes effort and devotion to attain it.

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J. Paul Getty This quote is written / told by J. Paul Getty between December 15, 1892 and June 6, 1976. He was a famous Businessman from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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