My role is to make sure we're moving in the right direction, getting points, rebounds, steals, assists and providing leadership.
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Are you willing to push the right buttons even if it means being perceived as the villain? … I'd rather be perceived as a winner than a good teammate. I wish they both went hand in hand all the time but that's just not reality. … I have nothing in common with lazy people who blame others for their lack of success.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success sometimes requires making tough decisions, even if it means being misunderstood by others.
In this quote, Kobe Bryant emphasizes the importance of prioritizing success over being liked by others. He acknowledges that the pursuit of excellence may lead to being viewed unfavorably by some, especially when it requires making difficult choices. Furthermore, he expresses disdain for laziness and excuses, highlighting the need for personal responsibility in achieving one's goals.
Themes
SuccessDeterminationExcellenceResponsibilityMindset
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming obstacles.
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