“Never let your ego get so close to your position that when your position goes, your ego goes with it.”
— Colin Powell
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Simplified Meaning:
Imagine you work hard and become the manager at your job. You feel proud and important because of this position. But what if one day, you lose this job? If your sense of self-worth is too tied to being the manager, losing the job would make you feel worthless and lost. This quote advises that your self-esteem should come from who you are as a person, not from your job or status. Whether you're a manager or not, you should always believe in your abilities and value yourself. This way, even if you lose your position, you won't lose your confidence or sense of identity.
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