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William James

Success or failure depends more upon attitude than upon capacity successful men act as though they have accomplished or are enjoying something. Soon it becomes a reality. Act, look, feel successful, conduct yourself accordingly, and you will be amazed at

William James

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William James is saying that how you think and behave plays a bigger role in achieving success than your actual skills or abilities. By behaving confidently and imagining yourself as successful, you create conditions that help make success happen in real life.

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