My role is to make sure we're moving in the right direction, getting points, rebounds, steals, assists and providing leadership.
Kobe BryantRead
I was probably born a scorer, but I was made a winner. Whatever works, whatever wins championships, wins games, that's what I do.
Interpretation
Natural talent can be developed into skill through dedication and focus.
In this quote, Kobe Bryant reflects on the idea that while he may have had a natural propensity for scoring in basketball, his true success came from his hard work, strategic thinking, and drive to win. It emphasizes the importance of adaptability and commitment to achieving victory, underscoring that winning is not just about talent but also about finding effective methods to succeed.
In practice
In a motivational speech to young athletes to inspire them to practice harder.
My role is to make sure we're moving in the right direction, getting points, rebounds, steals, assists and providing leadership.
It doesn't bother me at all. Do I hold any hard feelings? Not at all, ... Life is too short to sit around and hold grudges. I don't hold any whatsoever.
There's a difference [between taking a charge and flopping]. We all know what flopping is when we see it. The stuff that you see is where guys aren't really getting hit at all and are just flailing around like a fish out of water. That's kind of like, where are your balls at?
You're my backbone. You're a blessing. You're a piece of my heart. You're the air I breathe. And you're the strongest person I know, and I'm so sorry for having to put you through this and having to put our family through this.
Michael Jackson? He was something more (than one of my favorite entertainers), a true friend. He wasn't just a genius. Above all, he was a good person, who gave so much. He gave people values, he encouraged them to better themselves all the time. He was far deeper and more authentic than people could see. He was misunderstood too many times
I don't just try to score. The challenge is elevating my teammates to be able to win a championship.
Your ability to discipline yourself to set clear goals, and then to work toward them every day, will do more to guarantee your success than any other single factor.
When an opportunity comes your way, it's about making sure you're prepared to be the one who can walk through the door and deliver the goods. And I've had a lot of luck on my side and I've been prepared for that luck.
I will never give myself the luxury of thinking, 'I've made it.'
There are people who make things happen, there are people who_x000D_ watch things happen, and there are people who wonder what_x000D_ happened. To be successful, you need to be a person who makes_x000D_ things happen.
It doesn't matter how many times you fail. You only have to be right once and then everyone can tell you that you are an overnight success.
Almost everyone who has had an idea that's somewhat revolutionary or wildly successful was first told they're insane.
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