Quotation by

Duke Ellington

My attitude is never to be satisfied, never enough, never.

Leadership

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Duke Ellington is saying that in leadership, one should always strive for improvement and not settle for current achievements. This mindset pushes leaders to continuously seek growth and better results without becoming complacent.

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