I'm the guy kids love and parents hate. The guy mothers love to hate. When you've achieved that, you've achieved a goal.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ozzy sees achieving a polarized public image as a career goal.
- In plain terms
- He aims to be loved by kids and hated by parents.
- What can you take from it?
- A divisive reputation can be a sign of success.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What reputation do you want?
- Is being loved by all necessary?
Another view
Being hated by parents can have negative long-term effects.
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