You know, you do need mentors, but in the end, you really just need to believe in yourself.
Diana RossRead
I don't have to sit around and wait for the next movie to come along, I can go out and sing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Take initiative and pursue your passions actively rather than waiting for opportunities.
Diana Ross emphasizes the importance of taking control of one's own happiness and pursuits. Instead of passively waiting for opportunities, such as the next movie role, she suggests that individuals can take proactive steps to engage in activities they love, like singing, thereby creating their own opportunities for joy and fulfillment.
Themes
InitiativePassionActionFulfillmentOpportunity
In practice
Example use cases
To motivate a team during a meeting, you might say this quote to encourage them to take action.
More from Diana Ross
All quotes βI was looking at making a shift in my career. I've been so blessed I'd like to be able to give that back. If I could find young artists, young performers I can nurture to have a career I would really like that.
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Years ago I wanted to buy an apartment in New York City. I was a single female - I had gone through my divorce - I had three children, I was in show business and black. It was, like, impossible.
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You can't just sit there and wait for people to give you that golden dream. You've got to get out there and make it happen for yourself.
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With the Supremes I made so much money so fast all I wanted to do was buy clothes and pretty things. Now I'm comfortable with money and it's comfortable with me.
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My children come first and the career comes in around that.
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