My role is to make sure we're moving in the right direction, getting points, rebounds, steals, assists and providing leadership.
Kobe BryantRead
I was probably born a scorer, but I was made a winner. Whatever works, whatever wins championships, wins games, that's what I do.
Interpretation
Natural talent can be developed into skill through dedication and focus.
In this quote, Kobe Bryant reflects on the idea that while he may have had a natural propensity for scoring in basketball, his true success came from his hard work, strategic thinking, and drive to win. It emphasizes the importance of adaptability and commitment to achieving victory, underscoring that winning is not just about talent but also about finding effective methods to succeed.
In practice
In a motivational speech to young athletes to inspire them to practice harder.
My role is to make sure we're moving in the right direction, getting points, rebounds, steals, assists and providing leadership.
It doesn't bother me at all. Do I hold any hard feelings? Not at all, ... Life is too short to sit around and hold grudges. I don't hold any whatsoever.
There's a difference [between taking a charge and flopping]. We all know what flopping is when we see it. The stuff that you see is where guys aren't really getting hit at all and are just flailing around like a fish out of water. That's kind of like, where are your balls at?
You're my backbone. You're a blessing. You're a piece of my heart. You're the air I breathe. And you're the strongest person I know, and I'm so sorry for having to put you through this and having to put our family through this.
Michael Jackson? He was something more (than one of my favorite entertainers), a true friend. He wasn't just a genius. Above all, he was a good person, who gave so much. He gave people values, he encouraged them to better themselves all the time. He was far deeper and more authentic than people could see. He was misunderstood too many times
I don't just try to score. The challenge is elevating my teammates to be able to win a championship.
Going to work for a large company is like getting on a train. Are you going sixty miles an hour or is the train going sixty miles an hour and you're just sitting still?
I almost hate to say how proud I am of my career and, most of all, helping folks get the returns they deserve.
Far from a Harvard student, just had the balls to do it
I tell people in their careers, 'Look for growth. Look for the teams that are growing quickly. Look for the companies that are doing well. Look for a place where you feel that you can have a lot of impact.'
I never wanted to be famous. I only wanted to be great.
To stay ahead, you must have your next idea waiting in the wings.
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