I cannot claim to thoroughly enjoy coaching, because it is very hard work if you are even moderately … - Nigel Short

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All of us must cross the line between ignorance and insight many times before we truly understand.

Nigel Short

I cannot claim to thoroughly enjoy coaching, because it is very hard work if you are even moderately conscientious. Nevertheless it does provide a degree of satisfaction - not to mention a steady income, which is why I do it occasionally.

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