Born Quote by Harold Prince
“It's a terrible shame if you're born the brightest guy in your class. If you're not, then you have to hustle-and that's good.”
About This Quote
Being the top student can be a curse; mediocrity forces you to work harder and develop resilience.
In simple terms: Excellence may breed complacency; struggle drives growth.
Key Takeaway
Hard work is a virtue when talent is lacking.
Themes
effort
talent
motivation
growth
resilience
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
motivational
observational
When to use this quote
- academic environments
- career advancement
- personal development
Key Concepts
self-improvement
competition
mindset
Practical Applications
- Encouraging perseverance in underperforming students
- Motivational speaking
Questions to Reflect On
- How does complacency affect long-term success?
- When can effort outweigh innate ability?
A Different Perspective
Talent can also be leveraged for mentorship, not just personal hustle.
![“I was once arrested with [Allen] Ginsburg. He was a big help to me. He was one of the few people who read unknown writer's work. Maybe he was just hustling me. He liked to flirt, Allen. They called him a monster but he was only falling in love.” quote by Hunter S. Thompson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d12/hunter-s-thompson-278_arrested_i-was-once-arrested-with-allen-ginsburg_119642.jpg)
