"What Romantic terminology called genius or talent or inspiration is nothing other than finding the right road empirically, following one's nose, taking shortcuts"
- Italo Calvino
About this Quote
Italo Calvino's quote recommends that genius, skill, and motivation are not always unique gifts that some people are born with, but rather the outcome of hard work and dedication. He suggests that the secret to success is to find the best course and to take the initiative to explore it. He encourages individuals to take dangers and to be creative in their technique to analytical. He likewise recommends that taking shortcuts can be beneficial, as it can help to conserve time and energy. Ultimately, Calvino's quote motivates people to be proactive and to take the initiative to find the right course to success. He recommends that with effort and commitment, anybody can achieve their objectives.
This quote is written / told by Italo Calvino between October 15, 1923 and September 19, 1985. He was a famous Journalist from Italy.
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