In this industry, interest in you comes in waves, it's so tidal. And so I don't really want to jump on the first wave that comes along.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fame comes in waves, so you should not rush to catch the first one.
- In plain terms
- Be careful about rushing to take every opportunity that comes in fame.
- What can you take from it?
- Patience matters in a career.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you know when to act?
- What do you look for in an opportunity?
Another view
Sometimes you have to take the first chance to start.
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