After Quote by Jason Kilar
“I took a job at the Walt Disney Company and after 18 months decided to go to business school at Harvard. I was awestruck by the campus. My first reaction was 'I don't belong here.' Then I said, 'I'm here; let's get on with it.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business School Admissions, 2020
Feeling out of place can trigger self‑doubt, but affirming presence and action turns uncertainty into progress.
In simple terms: Self‑doubt fades when you claim your space and act.
Key Takeaway
Own your place and act.
Themes
self‑doubt
confidence
growth
Mood
confident
reflective
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- starting new job
- entering elite school
- career transition
- public speaking
Key Concepts
mindset
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps help you feel belonging?
- How can you support others feeling out of place?
A Different Perspective
Impostor syndrome can persist despite effort.
