We must have a theme, a goal, a purpose in our lives. If you don't know where you're aiming, you don't have a goal. My goal is to live my life in such a way that when I die, someone can say, she cared.
Mary Kay AshRead
A mediocre idea that generates enthusiasm will go further than a great idea that inspires no one.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Enthusiasm can make even average ideas more successful than exceptional ideas without passion.
This quote by Mary Kay Ash emphasizes the importance of enthusiasm in the pursuit of success. It suggests that having a compelling vision or idea is not enough; it must be accompanied by a sense of passion and energy to engage and inspire others. Mediocre ideas can flourish if they are supported by enthusiasm and commitment, while great ideas can languish if they fail to evoke excitement and motivation in others.
Themes
EnthusiasmIdeasPassionSuccessMotivation
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting, I shared Mary Kay Ash's quote to inspire my colleagues to approach our project with enthusiasm rather than simply relying on our original ideas.
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