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Dale Carnegie

Men of age object too much, consult too long, adventure too little, repent too soon, and seldom drive business home to the full period, but content themselves with a mediocrity of success.

Dale Carnegie

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Older people tend to overthink decisions, hesitate to take risks, and give up quickly when things don’t go perfectly. Because of this cautious approach, they often settle for average results instead of pushing through to achieve their full potential.

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