Well, it seems to me that he did have an education to get there. It happened to be mine, not his.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker claims an individual succeeded using an education the speaker provided.
- In plain terms
- The person succeeded due to education the speaker gave.
- What can you take from it?
- Education can be a decisive factor in professional success.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much of success comes from mentorship?
- What education shaped your career?
Another view
The quote lacks context on what the specific education entailed.
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