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Founders Quote by Ally Carter

“As Buckingham talked, I couldn't help but remember that there's a reason they call us Gallagher Girls. It's not just because the youngest of us are twelve. It's also because our founder was under twenty. From the very beginning we have been discounted and discredited, underestimated and…” quote by Ally Carter
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“As Buckingham talked, I couldn't help but remember that there's a reason they call us Gallagher Girls. It's not just because the youngest of us are twelve. It's also because our founder was under twenty. From the very beginning we have been discounted and discredited, underestimated and undervalued. And, for the most part, we wouldn't have it any other way.”

Ally Carter

About This Quote

Source Novel: Gallagher Girls series, Book 1, 2012

The founders' youth led to being undervalued, yet they embraced it as identity and strength.

In simple terms: Young founders were discounted but proud.

Key Takeaway

Own and empower your narrative.

Themes

identity empowerment youth underdog

Mood

defiant proud

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • entrepreneurship
  • team building
  • personal branding

Key Concepts

Gender dynamics Leadership

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does being underestimated shape you?
  • What can you learn from youthful founders?
A Different Perspective

Being undervalued can limit opportunities.

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