I wanted to be a 150% entrepreneur and a 150% mom, and I found that I was having a very hard time doing both. I was about 75% and 75% - still better than 100%, but not what I was accustomed to at work.
Barbara CorcoranRead
My greatest strength as a child, I realize now, was my imagination. While every other kid was reading and writing, I had seven whole hours a day to practice my imagination. When do you get that space in your life, ever?
Interpretation
What this quote means
Imagination is a vital strength that fosters creativity and unique perspectives.
In this quote, Barbara Corcoran reflects on the importance of imagination during childhood, highlighting how it served as her greatest strength. She contrasts her imaginative play with the structured activities of other children, emphasizing that the freedom to think creatively is rare in adulthood.
Themes
ImaginationCreativityChildhoodFreedomStrengthPlay
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to inspire creativity in students, you might say, 'Remember, just like Barbara Corcoran, your imagination is your greatest strength.'
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Everybody thinks that they're going to time the market, they're going to sharpshoot the market, and buy right at the bottom. The truth of the matter is that nobody is good at it.
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My husband had a very strong identity and was successful in his life. Thank God for that. There's no way I can control him. I wouldn't stay married to him if I felt I could. I can readily take my business personality into the home. But he forces me to be a partner rather than the boss.
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The biggest challenge in business is not the competition, it's what goes on inside your own head
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I have a theory and I really believe it. I think your worst weakness can become your greatest single strength.
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