Award Quote by Jarod Kintz
““An award winner recommended and commended someone’s work, and that someone later endorsed my work, so it’s like I’m an award winner twice removed. And I think that beats being the runner up to the runner up for a major award.””
About This Quote
Receiving indirect endorsement through a chain of recommendations can feel like a double‑tiered award, surpassing being a simple runner‑up.
In simple terms: Second‑hand praise feels like winning.
Key Takeaway
Leverage indirect endorsements.
Themes
recognition
networking
validation
Mood
optimistic
strategic
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- job applications
- grant proposals
- public speaking
Key Concepts
social proof
career advancement
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify the value of indirect endorsements?
- When might such praise be misleading?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on others’ opinions can be risky.
