We are confronted with insurmountable opportunities.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Opportunities often come with significant challenges that seem impossible to overcome.
- In plain terms
- Great opportunities have big hurdles.
- What can you take from it?
- Expect challenges when chasing opportunities.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What opportunity scares you?
- Are you ready for the challenge?
Another view
It could discourage people from trying.
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