'Not everybody gets a mic this big. I feel I should use it in as positive a way as I can.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Not everyone gets a big platform; I aim to use mine positively.
- In plain terms
- I recognize my privilege and try to act responsibly.
- What can you take from it?
- Use any influence you have for good.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you measure positive influence?
- What responsibilities come with a platform?
Another view
Impact may be limited despite good intentions.
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