Bad Quote by Cordarrelle Patterson
“You go to a lot of places, and they say they're going to use you in this kind of way. As time goes on, you're in Week 8 like, 'Man, didn't they say before the season they were going to use me?' It leaves you with a bad feeling. You get a bad vibe inside like, 'I can't trust this. I want to be somewhere else.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast discussion, 2023
Repeatedly feeling exploited by a team erodes trust and creates dissatisfaction.
In simple terms: Feeling used hurts trust.
Seek environments that respect you.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- contract negotiations
- career planning
- personal boundaries
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify early signs of being used?
- What steps can you take to protect your wellbeing?
Not all teams exploit; some genuinely develop talent.