Blond hair and breasts, that's how I got started. I couldn't act. All I had was blond hair and a body men liked. The reason I got ahead is that I was lucky and met the right men.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She attributed her start to physical attributes and luck rather than talent. She felt she lacked acting skills initially.
- In plain terms
- She felt her looks and luck started her career, not skill.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize luck and appearance in success stories.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What really drives your success?
- How do you value yourself?
Another view
Skill often develops after initial opportunities arise.
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