That's been the story of my life - obstacles: trying to figure a way over them, around them, under them; sometimes you have to go straight through them.
Booker TRead
You've got to be able to think on your own; you've got to be creative. You can't be willing to take a backseat.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of independent thinking and creativity in achieving success.
Booker T. Washington highlights the necessity of self-reliance and creativity in one's endeavors. He insists that to truly succeed, individuals must actively engage in their own thoughts and ideas, rather than passively following others. This call to action encourages personal responsibility and innovation as key components of personal and professional growth.
In practice
During a team meeting to inspire innovation among members involved in a project.
That's been the story of my life - obstacles: trying to figure a way over them, around them, under them; sometimes you have to go straight through them.
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