I've always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come.
Michael JordanRead
It's heavy duty to try to do everything and please everybody . . . My job was to go out there and play the game of basketball as best I can, ... People may not agree with that . . . I can't live with what everyone's impression of what I should or what I shouldn't do.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focus on your own abilities and passions without being swayed by others' expectations.
In this quote, Michael Jordan emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and prioritizing personal excellence over the pressures of external approval. He acknowledges the difficulty of trying to satisfy everyone, highlighting that one's primary responsibility is to perform to the best of their abilities, regardless of differing opinions and expectations from others.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote during a team meeting to inspire colleagues to focus on their strengths.
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