'Pele called me the greatest footballer in the world. That is the ultimate salute to my life.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Best values Pele's endorsement as the highest validation of his career.
- In plain terms
- He considers being called the greatest by Pele the ultimate compliment.
- What can you take from it?
- Peer recognition from the best defines true greatness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the highest compliment?
- Who defines your greatness?
Another view
External validation does not guarantee internal satisfaction.
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