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I talk and talk and talk, and I havent taught people in fifty years what my father taught me by example in one week
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"I talk and talk and talk, and I haven't taught people in fifty years what my father taught me by example in one week"

- Mario Cuomo

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This quote by Mario Cuomo talks to the power of example. His dad taught him more in one week by example than he might have taught others in fifty years by talking. This recommends that actions speak louder than words. His daddy's example was more powerful than any words he might have spoken. It suggests that the best way to teach someone is to lead by example. Revealing someone how to do something is more effective than merely telling them. It also recommends that the very best method to discover is to observe and imitate. Viewing someone else do something and then trying it yourself is a great method to discover. Mario Cuomo's quote is a pointer that example is an effective tool for mentor and knowing.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Mario Cuomo somewhere between June 15, 1932 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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