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Richard W. Hamming

08/26/12

@ securitylectures

You should aim to do more than just a good job; strive for a first-class job in your work.

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Hamming, "You and Your Research" (June 6, 1995)

@ securitylectures

Hamming, "You and Your Research" (June 6, 1995)

08/26/12

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Richard W. Hamming

08/26/12

@ securitylectures

Strive for excellence in whatever you do; while not everything is worth doing well, aiming for high standards will provide unity in your work.

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Dieter Rams

06/01/13

@ ArtCenter College of Design

Designers should always strive to be better and not settle for being good enough.

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Ian McAllister

11/20/22

@ Lenny's Podcast

Always strive to have the biggest impact in your role, as this will naturally lead to promotions and career growth.

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Y Combinator Cast

01/03/17

@ Y Combinator

Don't rest on your laurels; always strive to build something meaningful and avoid complacency after achieving initial success.

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David Goggins

01/01/19

@ Rich Roll

You must embrace the 'day one' mentality, continuously striving for improvement without becoming complacent.

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Diane Greene

08/09/17

@ Y Combinator

Give your all to your goals, not just to win, but out of respect for the process and the joy of building something meaningful.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You should always strive to work on the most impactful problems at your company, regardless of your role.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You should always strive to work on the most impactful problems at your company, regardless of your role.

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Gen. Stanley McChrystal

05/18/25

@ Chris Williamson

Balancing high standards with gratitude is crucial; you don't want to look back on your career and only see a series of miserable successes without appreciating your achievements.