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Always Quote by Candice Olson

“I never want to hold myself up as the poster child of the successful mother-businesswoman. It's a total 'Gong Show.' I won't pretend. When you do so many things, something always suffers. You just can't be great at everything.” quote by Candice Olson
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“I never want to hold myself up as the poster child of the successful mother-businesswoman. It's a total 'Gong Show.' I won't pretend. When you do so many things, something always suffers. You just can't be great at everything.”

Candice Olson

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Oprah Winfrey Show, 2008

Rejects the impossible of being perfect in all roles, acknowledging inevitable trade‑offs.

In simple terms: She admits you can’t excel at everything.

Key Takeaway

Accept realistic limits and prioritize.

Themes

work‑life balance motherhood career perfectionism reality

Mood

honest pragmatic

Type

motivational realistic

When to use this quote

  • time management
  • priority setting
  • self‑care routines

Key Concepts

role conflict self‑compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide what to prioritize?
  • What strategies help manage role conflict?
A Different Perspective

Societal pressure may still demand perfection.

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