The biggest break in my career was getting into the Beatles in 1962. The second biggest break since then is getting out of them.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Harrison identifies joining the Beatles as his first major opportunity and leaving them as his second, highlighting growth beyond fame.
- In plain terms
- Leaving the Beatles was as big a career break as joining them.
- What can you take from it?
- Major life changes can be just as pivotal as opportunities.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you leave something important to grow?
- What counts as a break in your career?
Another view
Leaving a successful band is not usually considered a 'break' in the traditional sense.
More from George Harrison
I don't wear small shoes, or tight pants that squash your balls.
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