I think that personality is what buoyed me through my whole career. That, and my small stature. Whatever quality it was I had, people have always been protective of me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker credits personality and small stature for career protection.
- In plain terms
- My personality and size helped people protect me during my career.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal traits can attract protection or support from others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What traits get you the most support?
- How do you build your network?
Another view
It attributes success to traits rather than skill or work.
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