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
I don't invest anymore in entrepreneurs who don't have charisma.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Charisma is a crucial trait for effective entrepreneurship and leadership.
In this quote, Barbara Corcoran emphasizes the importance of charisma in entrepreneurship. She suggests that success in business often depends on an entrepreneur's ability to connect with others, inspire confidence, and lead effectively, indicating that a lack of charisma can hinder one's potential for success.
Themes
CharismaEntrepreneurshipLeadershipSuccessInfluence
In practice
Example use cases
During a leadership workshop, I quoted Barbara Corcoran to highlight the importance of charisma in successful entrepreneurs.
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