I was never lined up outside of my bosses office saying 'Give me an opportunity; there's not a woman in primetime'... I was just trying to be so good they couldn't ignore me.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of proving oneself through hard work rather than waiting for opportunities.
Megyn Kelly underscores the value of personal excellence and determination in her quote. Instead of seeking favoritism or waiting for opportunities to arise in a male-dominated industry, she focused on honing her skills and striving for outstanding performance, believing that merit would ultimately lead to recognition and success. This approach not only reflects personal ambition but also serves as a call to action for others to pursue their goals through dedication and hard work.
In practice
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to inspire young professionals.
There are women who literally squeeze a baby out of their bodies or get cut open in major surgery, have a human being, the next generation of the human race pulled from their bodies, and within a couple of weeks have to go back to work, because if they don't, they can't pay their bills. Something's wrong with that.
Too many people hold a very narrow view of what motivates us. They believe that the only way to get us moving is with the jab of a stick or the promise of a carrot. But if you look at over 50 years of research on motivation, or simply scrutinize your own behavior, it's pretty clear human beings are more complicated than that.
We forget that every good that is worth possessing must be paid for in strokes of daily effort.
There lies within each person a huge reservoir of untapped potential for achievement, success, happiness, _x000D_ health and greater prosperity. It's like an ocean unsailed, a new continent unexplored, a world of possibilities _x000D_ waiting to be released and channelled toward some great good.
No one should ever be afraid of failing; it’s being afraid to give it your all in trying that I urge against. If there is one thing I have learned, particularly in my life as an athlete, it is that our limits may not be where we think they are. And, even when we think we’ve finally reached them, the next time we go there exploring we often find that they’ve moved again.
What strikes me every single time is that the aspirations of Indians are unique and unparalleled. They're very demanding, regardless of background.
I stayed on my own path and did not follow the herd. I made a way for myself.
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