I intend to be the greatest golfer in the world, the finest film producer in Hollywood, the greatest pilot in the world, and the richest man in the world.
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Do the impossible, because almost everyone has told me my ideas are merely fantasies.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Pursue ambitious goals despite skepticism from others.
Howard Hughes encourages individuals to strive for what seems unattainable, as many might dismiss their visions as unrealistic. The quote emphasizes the importance of perseverance and belief in oneself, even when faced with doubt from those around us.
Themes
ImpossibleFantasiesIdeasPerseveranceMotivation
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to encourage innovation among employees.
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