Appetite Quote by Bill Walsh
“When I give a speech at a corporate event, I often ask those in attendance, 'Do you know how to tell if you're doing the job?' As heads start whispering back and forth, I provide these clue: 'If you're up at 3 A.M. every night talking into a tape recorder and writing notes on scraps of paper, have a knot in your stomach and a rash on your skin, are losing sleep and losing touch with your wife and kids, have no appetite or sense of humor, and feel that everything might turn out wrong, then you're probably doing the job.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: San Francisco 49ers Press Conference, 1995
True dedication shows through sacrifice, stress, and personal cost, indicating deep commitment to a role.
In simple terms: Hard work shows you care.
Key Takeaway
Recognize signs of deep commitment.
Themes
dedication
hard work
commitment
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
inspirational
realistic
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- career advancement
- creative projects
Key Concepts
sacrifice
stress
personal cost
Questions to Reflect On
- Is sacrifice always a sign of success?
- How to maintain balance while staying committed?
A Different Perspective
May glorify unhealthy work habits.
