Athlete Quote by Jim Thorpe
“I give 'em the hip, then I take it away.”
About This Quote
He describes a fleeting advantage that he then removes, implying control over success.
In simple terms: Control over advantage.
Key Takeaway
Use power responsibly.
Themes
competition
control
strategy
advantage
Mood
playful
assertive
Type
sports
motivational
When to use this quote
- sports
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
game theory
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you taken advantage away?
- Is it ethical to control outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Advantage can be unfair.
![“I am no more proud of my career as an athlete than I am of the fact that I am a direct descendant of that noble warrior [Chief Black Hawk].” quote by Jim Thorpe](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/04c/jim-thorpe-54129_athlete_i-am-no-more-proud-of-my-career-as-an-at_1850341.jpg)
