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I've done my best to work from a place of humility…

“I've done my best to work from a place of humility - always looking over your shoulder saying, 'Does this suck?' and I think that's a good way to work. The other way to work is where you start to think, 'I'm on fire, I'm amazing!' and I don't think that's the way to work.” quote by David O. Russell
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“I've done my best to work from a place of humility - always looking over your shoulder saying, 'Does this suck?' and I think that's a good way to work. The other way to work is where you start to think, 'I'm on fire, I'm amazing!' and I don't think that's the way to work.”

David O. Russell

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Humility and self‑critique keep work grounded; overconfidence blinds and hinders growth.

In simple terms: Stay humble, avoid ego‑driven arrogance.

Key Takeaway

Check your work with honest self‑assessment.

Themes

humility self‑critique growth

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • creative projects
  • leadership
  • team collaboration

Key Concepts

ego confidence self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance humility with confidence?
  • When is self‑critique counterproductive?
A Different Perspective

Excessive humility may stifle confidence and progress.

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