If you don't have a real stake in the new, then just surviving on the old - even if it is about efficiency - I don't think is a long-term game.
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It's not really about asking for the raise but knowing and having faith that the system will actually give you the right raises as you go along. And that, I think, might be one of the additional superpowers that, quite frankly, women who don't ask for raises have. Because that's good karma. It'll come back. Because somebody's going to know: 'That's the kind of person that I want to trust. That's the kind of person that I want to really give more responsibility to.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of trust and faith in a fair system rather than just asking for rewards.
In this quote, Satya Nadella conveys the idea that true success and advancement in one's career come from having faith in the system to recognize merit over simply asking for raises. He suggests that individuals who prioritize integrity and trust within the workplace build a reputation that leads to greater responsibilities and opportunities, reinforcing the value of good character and patience over immediate gains.
Themes
SuccessTrustIntegrityFaithResponsibility
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about career advancement, this quote can be used to inspire confidence in the long-term process of recognition.
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