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The fears you do not face become your walls. Most people in business, and in their personal lives, design everything so they can avoid doing what makes them feel uncomfortable. Yet any good business person knows we are not only paid to work, but also we are paid to be scared.
Robin S. Sharma
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Facing fears is essential for growth and success in both business and personal life.

This quote by Robin S. Sharma emphasizes that avoiding fears creates barriers that hinder progress. Successful individuals understand that discomfort is a part of their journey, and engaging with fears is crucial for personal and professional development.

Themes

FearsGrowthSuccessDiscomfortBusiness

In practice

Example use cases

In a motivational speech to young entrepreneurs, you could say this quote to encourage them to confront their fears.

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