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Ambition Quote by Jeffrey Kluger

“Ambition is an expensive impulse, one that requires an enormous investment of emotional capital. Like any investment, it can pay off in countless different kinds of coin.” quote by Jeffrey Kluger
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“Ambition is an expensive impulse, one that requires an enormous investment of emotional capital. Like any investment, it can pay off in countless different kinds of coin.”

Jeffrey Kluger

About This Quote

Source Article: Business & Psychology, 2020

Ambition demands emotional investment; its returns can be varied, not just monetary.

In simple terms: Ambition costs emotions, pays many ways.

Key Takeaway

Invest emotionally, expect diverse rewards.

Themes

ambition investment emotional capital

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • entrepreneurship
  • creative projects
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology of desire risk tolerance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is your ambition sustainable?
  • What non‑financial returns matter to you?
A Different Perspective

Emotional strain may outweigh benefits.

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