When I go in to see people - and I sell an occasional ad now - I never say, 'Help me because I am black' or 'Help me because I am a minority.' I always talk about what we can do for them.
Interpretation
Focus on mutual benefits rather than on personal identity.
This quote emphasizes the importance of presenting oneself based on the value that can be offered to others, rather than seeking help based on racial or minority status. By concentrating on how one's contributions can serve or uplift others, it fosters collaboration and respect, leading to success both personally and professionally.
In practice
This quote could be used in a mentorship program to inspire young professionals.
I would tell young people to start where they are with what they have and that the secret of a big success is starting with a small success and dreaming bigger and bigger dreams, I would tell them also that a young Black woman or a young Black man can't dream too much today or dare too much if he or she works hard, perseveres and dedicates themselves to excellence.
Most people would succeed in small things if they were not troubled with great ambitions.
Yes, Roger Hunt misses a few, but he gets in the right place to miss them.
I won from Mr. Jeffries because I outclassed him in every department of the fighting game. Before I entered the ring I was certain I would be the victor. I never changed my mind at any time.
Don't feel entitled to anything you didn't sweat and struggle for.
Fame is a pearl many dive for and only a few bring up. Even when they do, it is not perfect, and they sigh for more, and lose better things in struggling for them.
If winning isn't everything, why do they keep score?
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