“Aim to be the best in the world at whatever you do professionally. Even if you miss, you'll probably end up in a pretty good place”
— Sam Altman
Simplified Meaning:
When you try to be the best at your job, you set really high goals for yourself. This helps you work harder and learn more. Imagine you're training to be the fastest runner in a race. Even if you don't end up winning, your hard work means you'll probably still be very fast, maybe one of the top runners. In real life, this means if you aim to be the best doctor, teacher, or artist, you'll push yourself to improve a lot. Even if you don't become world-famous, you will still be very skilled at what you do, better than most. This way, you can have a successful career and feel good about your efforts. By working hard and shooting for the top, you'll achieve more than if you aim lower. This mindset helps you grow, feel proud, and create more opportunities for yourself.
