There are singers who can captivate a community. There are vocalists whose sound can penetrate deeply into your soul. There are entertainers who can mesmerize, enlighten and entertain, all in one breath. [And there is] Gloria Estefan -- who does it all, effortlessly.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She lists different types of musical impact and includes herself as one who combines them all.
- In plain terms
- She says some sing well and some entertain, but she does both.
- What can you take from it?
- Combining skills creates a unique professional identity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes your work unique?
- How do you want to impact your audience?
Another view
It risks sounding self-aggrandizing without external validation.
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