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Attitude Quote by Chris Coleman

“Even when I was growing up as a young boy, when I was playing schoolboy football, there were other guys who were as good as I was, maybe some even better technically. But I was prepared to stick to what was going to make me become a professional football player when I left school, and that was a…” quote by Chris Coleman
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“Even when I was growing up as a young boy, when I was playing schoolboy football, there were other guys who were as good as I was, maybe some even better technically. But I was prepared to stick to what was going to make me become a professional football player when I left school, and that was a lot of sacrifice and because my attitude was right.”

Chris Coleman

About This Quote

Source Interview: BBC Sport, 2015

Success requires sacrifice and the right mindset, not just talent.

In simple terms: Hard work beats talent when attitude is right.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize discipline over natural skill.

Themes

discipline mindset career sacrifice attitude

Mood

determined reflective

Type

motivational advice

When to use this quote

  • youth sports
  • career decisions
  • training regimes
  • team leadership

Key Concepts

growth mindset deliberate practice long‑term planning

Questions to Reflect On

  • What sacrifices are you willing to make for your goals?
  • How does attitude shape long‑term success?
A Different Perspective

Talent alone may not secure professional status without commitment.

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