The American dream, what we were taught was, grow up, own a car, own a house. I think that dream's completely changing. We were taught to keep up with the Joneses. Now we're sharing with the Joneses.
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Every day I would wake up and think, 'Today is another missed opportunity to do something important.' After enough days like this, you start feeling like you are getting old, even when you are relatively young. We are all natural entrepreneurs, and being manacled to a desk job is not for us.
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What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities and not becoming complacent in life.
Brian Chesky reflects on the feeling of regret that comes from not taking action towards important goals, suggesting that many people share a natural inclination towards entrepreneurship. The desire for fulfillment and the fear of wasted time resonate universally, especially in the context of traditional work structures that can stifle one's potential and creativity.
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OpportunityEntrepreneurshipMotivationRegretWork
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Example use cases
In a motivational speech about embracing change and pursuing passions.
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