Walk that walk and go forward all the time. Don't just talk that talk, walk it and go forward. Also, the walk didn't have to be long strides; baby steps counted too. Go forward.
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One of the things young people always ask me about is what is the secret to success. The secret is there is no secret. It's the basics. Blocking and tackling.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success is about mastering the fundamental skills rather than looking for hidden secrets.
In this quote, Chris Gardner emphasizes that many young individuals seek a 'secret' to success, but he asserts that true success lies in understanding and mastering basic principles. The metaphor of 'blocking and tackling' suggests that the foundational skills and practices are what truly matter in achieving one's goals, rather than relying on elusive shortcuts or hacks.
Themes
SuccessBasicsSkillsEffortYoung People
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to students at a career day event.
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