A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds.
Sir Francis Bacon, Essays, 1625, "Of Ceremonies and Respects".
Wisdom lies in creating your own opportunities rather than waiting for them to come. This classic Bacon quote emphasizes proactive agency.
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