We must have a theme, a goal, a purpose in our lives. If you don't know where you're aiming, you don't have a goal. My goal is to live my life in such a way that when I die, someone can say, she cared.
Mary Kay AshRead
The success [of Mary Kay Inc.] is much, much deeper than just dollars and cents and buildings and assets. The real success of our Company is measured to me in the lives that have been touched and given hope.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True success lies in the positive impact one has on others, rather than just financial gains.
In this quote, Mary Kay Ash emphasizes that the core measure of success transcends material wealth and physical assets. Instead, she highlights the significance of influencing people's lives positively, providing them with hope and support, which she considers the foundation of her company's true achievement.
Themes
SuccessImpactHopeLivesInfluence
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to inspire young entrepreneurs.
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