Be a first rate version of yourself, not a second rate version of someone else.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Strive to be your best authentic self rather than imitating others.
- In plain terms
- Be the best version of yourself, not a copy of someone else.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on authenticity over imitation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who are you really?
- What makes you unique?
Another view
Defining a 'best version' is subjective.
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