Sometimes our best is simply not enough.... We have to do what is required.
Winston ChurchillRead
Ultimately, I think it takes a certain grit and determination to constantly re-prove to people that you're just as dedicated, just as determined, and just as capable as the entrepreneurs around you who may better fit the physical pattern - but on the flipside, women who succeed often become razor sharp through the process.
Interpretation
Success requires resilience and the ability to prove oneself, especially in challenging environments.
This quote emphasizes the challenges faced by women in entrepreneurship, highlighting the perseverance required to demonstrate equal determination and capability in a male-dominated field. Kathryn Minshew suggests that although the journey is tough, women who navigate these hurdles often emerge stronger and more focused, honing their skills and tenacity in the process.
In practice
This quote can inspire a group of women entrepreneurs at a networking event.
Sometimes our best is simply not enough.... We have to do what is required.
The best solution for falling just short of the goal is to focus on the fundamentals but perform them better.
Don't be afraid to assert yourself, have confidence in your abilities and don't let the bastards get you down.
More or less, I am always saying, 'Give me more. Let's do what has not been done.'
Life opens up opportunities to you, and you either take them or you stay afraid of taking them.
No matter what you do, give it everything you have. Be the best, not the second best.
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