Hungry rooster don't cackle w'en he fine a wum.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Those who succeed quietly do not boast about their good fortune, only those who fail make noise about themselves.
- In plain terms
- Successful people don't brag; they just enjoy their win.
- What can you take from it?
- True success often speaks quietly without self-praise.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you announce every success?
- Does noise indicate success?
Another view
Some people do need to announce success to build confidence.
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