I am an ordinary person who has been blessed with extraordinary opportunities and experiences.
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Sometimes, idealistic people are put off the whole business of networking as something tainted by flattery and the pursuit of selfish advantage. But virtue in obscurity is rewarded only in Heaven. To succeed in this world you have to be known to people.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Networking is essential for success, even if it feels disingenuous to some.
In this quote, Sonia Sotomayor highlights the conflict that idealistic individuals face when it comes to networking. While some may view networking as a superficial or selfish act, she asserts that in order to achieve success in the world, one must be recognized and known by others, implying that connections and relationships are vital for personal and professional growth, even if they sometimes involve aspects of flattery or self-promotion.
Themes
NetworkingSuccessRecognitionVirtueObscurity
In practice
Example use cases
During a career fair where networking advice is shared.
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