It's about getting in position and taking a swing. I don't care if you're taking steroids or not; if you don't do those two things, it's not going to matter anyway.
Tony GwynnRead
I wouldn't have become an engineer, I wouldn't have done what I did, had a hand not been held out to me. I have to remember who helped me when I needed help. The people of Jamaica helped me. I can't forget that. I would be ungrateful if I forgot.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success is often a result of the support we receive from others.
In this quote, Michael Lee-Chin emphasizes the importance of recognizing and being grateful for the assistance one receives in their journey. He reflects on how his achievements as an engineer are intertwined with the help he received from the people of Jamaica, underscoring the significance of community support in personal and professional success.
Themes
GratitudeSupportCommunitySuccessHelp
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about the importance of teamwork.
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