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Doing a thing well is often a waste of time
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"Doing a thing well is often a waste of time"

- Robert Byrne

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This quote by Robert Byrne recommends that in some cases it is not worth investing a lot of effort and time into something if the result is not going to be beneficial. It indicates that it is better to concentrate on tasks that will yield a positive result, rather than investing excessive time improving something that may not be required. This might be interpreted as a call to be more efficient with our time and to focus on tasks that will have a higher impact. It might also be seen as a reminder to not get too caught up in the details and to concentrate on the larger image. Ultimately, this quote encourages us to be conscious of how we utilize our time and to be sure that we are investing it in the right locations.

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Robert Byrne This quote is written / told by Robert Byrne somewhere between April 20, 1928 and today. He was a famous Celebrity from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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