Jack: I believe in being honest with myself. If there's one thing I hate it's when a comedian is great and won't admit it. I've never met one like that, but if I did, I'd hate them.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Benny claims comedians should admit when they are great but jokes that no such honest comedian exists.
- In plain terms
- He says honest great comedians do not exist.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-awareness is rare in high performers.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is it hard to admit your own success?
- How do you define honesty in your field?
Another view
Admitting greatness can seem arrogant to others.
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