I get more out of life just being myself, by just being a human being. Not by being a rock star, not by being whatever. Sometimes I act like a jerk, but I think people respect me for being myself. That's the ultimate thing about the Smashing Pumpkins.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Corgan says being human earns more respect than being a star.
- In plain terms
- He prefers authenticity over celebrity behavior.
- What can you take from it?
- Authenticity builds trust more than persona.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do people respect authenticity?
- When are you most yourself?
Another view
Some roles require performance over authenticity.
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