There was always some kind of strain, but it was workable. The bigger you get, the more of a strain it is, because in your everyday life, you're less used to compromising. As you get bigger, you have your own way. But in a partnership you always have to compromise. ... When you get into a partnership, you're not the boss. There's no boss. That makes it hard.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker notes that partnerships become harder as individuals gain more power and less tolerance for compromise.
- In plain terms
- Being successful makes it harder to compromise in relationships.
- What can you take from it?
- Compromise is essential in partnerships.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you maintain balance in partnerships?
- What sacrifices do you make for success?
Another view
It overlooks that success can sometimes improve flexibility.
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