Close Quote by Amy Adams
“If I had a project that I had auditioned for and I was getting close to getting it, I didn't want to tell anybody because I thought then I wouldn't get it, but in reality that really had no bearing on whether or not I got a part.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Vanity Fair interview, 2023
Believing secrecy influences outcomes is a superstition; success depends on talent and effort, not hidden information.
In simple terms: Keeping a project secret doesn’t affect getting the part.
Key Takeaway
Focus on performance, not secrecy.
Themes
confidence
career
self‑doubt
Mood
anxious
hopeful
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- auditions
- job applications
- creative projects
- team collaborations
Key Concepts
superstition
self‑fulfilling prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think secrecy protects your chances?
- How could sharing improve your odds?
A Different Perspective
If others know your plans, they may support you; secrecy can isolate you.
