Today if I'm a cricketer it is because of Sachin Tendulkar. Else, I would never have picked up a bat. He's the reason behind me playing cricket
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The roots of Silicon Valley are full of stories of immigrants and minority groups who experienced bigotry and made it anyway. Why should women be any different?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights that overcoming adversity is a common theme among immigrants and minorities, and women should also be empowered to succeed despite challenges.
Sarah Lacy's quote emphasizes the remarkable resilience demonstrated by immigrants and minority groups in Silicon Valley who have faced discrimination yet have managed to thrive. By drawing a parallel to the experiences of women, she asserts that they too have the potential to rise above societal barriers, reinforcing the idea that strength and determination can lead to success regardless of one's background or gender.
Themes
ImmigrantsBigotryWomenSuccessSilicon Valley
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a women's empowerment event.
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