This hadith has been narrated on the authority of Abfi Huraira with the same chain of transmitters but with this change of wording that the Prophet (may. peace be upon him) said: It reached at its base and you heard its sound.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ also taught that we should not only focus on the outcome of our deeds but also on the process itself; if we put effort into doing something with sincerity and dedication then Allah SWT will reward us accordingly. He ﷺ said “Verily Allah does not look at your bodies nor your appearances but He looks at your hearts and your deeds” [Sahih Muslim]. Therefore, even if we don’t see immediate results from our efforts, Allah SWT knows what is in our hearts and He rewards those who strive for excellence in their deeds.