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Quotes of great men (lemmy.world)
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[–] TheRaven@lemmy.ca 10 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (1 children)

Right. This is what I see in the quote. No one, in my entire life, has ever simply offered me an amazing opportunity. I’ve had to apply, interview, fight for that opportunity.

Who is getting opportunities handed to them they’re not qualified for? What world does this guy live in?

[–] John_McMurray@lemmy.world 0 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

One where he's sociable and learnt to get along with people. You'd be surprised how often it works.