Annoyance Quote by George Horace Lorimer
“Naturally, when a young fellow steps up into a big position, it breeds jealousy among those whom he's left behind and uneasiness among those to whom he's pulled himself up. Between them he's likely to be subjected to a lot of petty annoyances. But he's in the fix of a dog with fleas who's chasing a rabbit -- if he stops to snap at the tickling on his tail, he's going to lose his game dinner.”
About This Quote
Source Magazine: The Saturday Evening Post, 1915
Rising to power invites envy and minor irritations, yet focusing on trivialities can derail larger goals.
In simple terms: Don't let small annoyances distract from big aims.
Key Takeaway
Stay focused on the main pursuit.
Themes
ambition
jealousy
distraction
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- leadership
- career advancement
- high‑stakes projects
- competition
Key Concepts
power dynamics
petty annoyances
goal focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep perspective amid petty setbacks?
- What strategies prevent you from losing focus?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring small issues may cause missed opportunities.
