He broke the ice for the rest of us.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Pollock credits someone for breaking barriers that allowed others to follow.
- In plain terms
- Someone made a way for the rest of them to follow.
- What can you take from it?
- Pioneers make it easier for others to succeed.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who broke the ice in your field?
- How can you help others follow?
Another view
Attributing success to one person may overlook collective effort.
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