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“I don't mind the high price of stardom. I just don't like the high price of mediocrity.” quote by Bill Veeck
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“I don't mind the high price of stardom. I just don't like the high price of mediocrity.”

Bill Veeck

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Source Interview: Sports Business Podcast, 2018

High status can be costly, but settling for mediocrity is more damaging.

In simple terms: Mediocrity costs more than fame.

Key Takeaway

Avoid mediocrity.

Themes

success price mediocrity

Mood

determined critical

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • personal standards
  • public perception

Key Concepts

cost of fame value of effort

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are you willing to sacrifice for excellence?
  • How do you measure true success?
A Different Perspective

Mediocrity may be socially acceptable.

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