For us to grow globally, it's not enough to just be an exporter. We have to be a creator.
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I never judge myself according to the expectations of others. I judge myself by the jobs I've been given over the years and by the extent to which I succeeded in those jobs.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes self-assessment based on personal achievements rather than external expectations.
Bob Iger suggests that true self-judgment should come from an individual's own standards and the accomplishments they have achieved in their roles, not from how others perceive them. This perspective encourages a focus on personal growth and genuine success, rooted in the fulfillment of one's responsibilities rather than societal pressures.
Themes
Self-AssessmentSuccessPersonal-GrowthExpectationsAchievement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about pursuing one's own goals.
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