(when walking to his dressing room) 'Fibber McGee... and Molly. Burns... And Allen. Lady and... Here's mine.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Benny lists other shows briefly before naming his own, emphasizing its place among peers.
- In plain terms
- He lists other shows then says his.
- What can you take from it?
- Contextualizing your work helps highlight its value.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you position your work?
- Why does context matter in introductions?
Another view
Comparing too much can distract from unique value.
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