Achieve Quote by Cris Collinsworth
“I tell my kids all the time, 'I want you to be a great athlete, I want you to be great academically, I want you to achieve a lot of things, but mostly I want you to be a great person. If none of the other stuff happens and you're a great person, then I'm okay with anything else that happens in your life - that's the highest standard.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Illustrated, 2020
Being a good person is the ultimate measure of success, outweighing specific achievements.
In simple terms: Character matters more than accolades.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize integrity and kindness above all.
Themes
ethics
personal growth
success
Mood
hopeful
motivational
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- coaching
- leadership training
- self‑development
Key Concepts
humanism
value hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does being a great person mean to you?
- How can you balance character with competence?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on character may neglect skill development.
