The really important thing, whatever your doing- whether its karting, formula 1, whatever, even playing cards is to be the world champion because that means you are the best in the world. Even in karting it is a great, great achievement.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Being world champion in any field signifies being the best.
- In plain terms
- Winning a championship means you are the best at whatever you do.
- What can you take from it?
- Strive for mastery regardless of the scale of activity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What would being best mean?
- Does size matter in goals?
Another view
Being best does not guarantee happiness or longevity.
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