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I think this..."perfectionist gene" that too many young women have holds them back, and instead they should be really aiming for "good enough." You don't have to be perfect. Most men never think like that. They're just trying to figure out what's the opening and how they can seize it. They're not thinking about, Oh my gosh, I'm not perfect, my hair's not perfect today, I wore the wrong shoes. No.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Striving for perfection can hinder progress; aiming for 'good enough' is often more achievable and practical.
Hillary Clinton emphasizes that the pressure to be perfect often holds young women back from seizing opportunities. She points out that many men do not share this burden, instead focusing on taking action without being overly concerned about minor flaws, which suggests that a mindset shift towards accepting 'good enough' can lead to greater success.
Themes
PerfectionSelf-AcceptanceOpportunityProgressWomen
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is fitting for a motivational speech aimed at young women in professional settings.
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