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Be good Quote by Chip Kelly

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“Run from being good. Chase being great.”

About This Quote

Source Speech: Stanford Football Coach Press Conference, 2015

Avoid settling for adequacy; pursue excellence relentlessly.

In simple terms: Don't be good, be great.

Key Takeaway

Strive for greatness, not mediocrity.

Themes

excellence ambition growth

Mood

motivational determined

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

career
sports
personal development

Key Concepts

leadership performance psychology

Questions to Reflect On

What defines greatness for you?
How do you balance ambition with wellbeing?

A Different Perspective

Greatness can cause burnout.

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