An interim government was set up in Afghanistan. It included two women, one of whom was Minister of Women's Affairs. Man, who'd she have to show here ankles to to get that job?
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I didn't get on TV until I was 30, which is really fortunate because you are who you are at that point.
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What this quote means
Success often comes with maturity and experience, and it's fortunate to achieve it at a time when you're fully formed.
In this quote, Tina Fey reflects on the timing of her success in the entertainment industry, emphasizing that reaching a level of recognition at the age of 30 allowed her to have a clearer sense of identity and purpose. She suggests that arriving at success later in life can provide a deeper understanding of oneself, leading to more genuine and sustainable achievements.
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SuccessMaturityIdentityTimingAchievement
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Example use cases
In a motivational speech about perseverance and timing in one's career.
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