Big Quote by George Best
“Football is big business - you can't get away from it. But you have to separate that side from the playing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Football and Business, 1978
The commercial side of sport is unavoidable, but players should separate business concerns from the actual game.
In simple terms: Separate business from playing.
Key Takeaway
Keep business and sport separate.
Themes
sports
business
focus
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- contract negotiations
- media appearances
- game performance
Key Concepts
separation
professionalism
distraction
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain focus when business demands arise?
- Can separation truly protect performance?
A Different Perspective
Business pressures can still affect performance despite separation.
