I'm the best. I just haven't played yet.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Muhammad Ali declares himself the best but claims he has not yet performed.
- In plain terms
- He says he is the greatest but has not started playing to show it.
- What can you take from it?
- Confidence in potential without proof.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When will you show your best?
- How do you claim your worth?
Another view
Potential without action is just a claim.
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