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What does it mean?
One prefers meaningful connection with one person over shallow approval from many.
In plain terms
Being important to one person matters more than being liked by everyone.
What can you take from it?
Depth beats breadth in relationships.

Where it applies

  • friendship
  • career choices
  • leadership

Putting it to work

  • building networks
  • team management

Questions to consider

  • What defines success?
  • Who matters most?

Another view

Sometimes broader impact is necessary.

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