'Mind you, I've been here during the bad times too - one year we came second.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Paisley reminds others that his success includes enduring difficult periods, not just celebrating victories.
- In plain terms
- I have experienced failure and hard times, not just winning.
- What can you take from it?
- Resilience is key to long-term success.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define success beyond winning?
- What value do failures add to leadership?
Another view
This quote does not address specific strategies used during the bad times.
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