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第213章

Words of Wisdom for Graduates

Guidance for Reciting

Well begun is half done.

A“Find something that you have a great passion for,as that will make you happy. Take that passion,give it your all,and then not only will you be happy,but you'll also be successful.”

B.“In all cases,choose a first-class school or place to work that will challenge you,and then surround yourself with bright,motivated people with integrity. Work hard,push your limits,never stop learning,and always remember to have some fun along the way. Careers and lives are made one building block at a time,from the foundation on up.”

C.“The adventure has begun and it's time to shift into high gear. Work hard and effectively,but you can also have some fun. If at all possible,get a job in your dream field,even if the salary is less. If you can't get that job,don't give up,keep pushing.”

“The most important word is perseverance. Most people give up before achieving their goals,often right before the finish line. You must be in the arena to compete.”

Notes

1.integrity [in5tegrEti] n. 诚实,正直,完整,完善

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诵读导言

好的开始是成功的一半。

1.“找到自己酷爱的东西,因为这样你才会幸福。抓住这东西,奉献你的全部,这样你就不仅会是幸福的,而且会获得成功。”

2.“不管怎样,都要选择对你具有挑战性的一流学校或工作场所。还要有一个由聪明、上进、正直的人组成的朋友圈子。要努力工作,突破极限,好学不厌。还要永远记住,时刻都要让自己开心。事业和生活是从打地基开始,一砖一瓦垒起来的。”

3.“冒险之旅已经拉开了序幕,该开足马力往前冲了。要勤奋工作,讲求成效,但是也要找点乐儿。如果可能的话,找一份自己心仪的工作,哪怕薪水低一点也行。如果找不到,也不要灰心,继续努力。”

“最重要的两个字就是‘坚持’。多数人还没等达到目的,常常离终点只有一步之遥,却放弃了。千万不能退场,要拼搏到底。”