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Never spur a willing horse

Meaning: Don't urge someone who is already working well to work harder and faster. If you do, he may work less hard or be less eager.

Note: spur (verb): to urge a horse to move forward or go faster by using one's spurs | spur (noun): metal spike on the back of a horse-rider's boots | willing (adj.): ready or happy to do something