I feel like I could run for President. People often laugh, but if I set my mind to it, within the next 15 years I could be in the White House.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker believes ambition can overcome mockery and lead to high office within a set time.
- In plain terms
- With focus, I can become President even if others laugh.
- What can you take from it?
- Set bold goals and ignore doubt.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What goals do others dismiss?
- How do you handle doubt?
Another view
Ambition alone does not guarantee political success.
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