Famous quote by Jim Valvano

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Time is very precious to me. I dont know how much I have left and I have some things that I would like to say.
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"Time is very precious to me. I don't know how much I have left and I have some things that I would like to say. Hopefully, at the end, I will have said something that will be important to other people too"

- Jim Valvano

About this Quote

In this quote, Jim Valvano reveals the value of time and the uncertainty of how much of it he has left. He acknowledges that there are things he wants to say, possibly reviewing his own death. He hopes that by the end of his time, he will have said something significant and impactful that will resonate with others. This quote highlights the importance of maximizing the time we have and utilizing it to make a positive impact on others. It also acts as a suggestion to value each moment and to utilize our words wisely, as they have the power to motivate and affect others.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jim Valvano between March 10, 1946 and April 28, 1993. He/she was a famous Coach from USA. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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