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“Being professional means 100% is not enough. Number one, two and three in my life was chess. The reality for women is, when a child comes into the picture, priorities change.” quote by Judit Polgar
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“Being professional means 100% is not enough. Number one, two and three in my life was chess. The reality for women is, when a child comes into the picture, priorities change.”

Judit Polgar

About This Quote

Source Interview: Chess World Magazine, 2010

Highlights that professionalism demands exceeding expectations, and that motherhood reshapes priorities for women

In simple terms: Professionalism means going beyond expectations; motherhood shifts priorities

Key Takeaway

Aim higher, adapt to life changes

Themes

gender career family

Mood

reflective determined empathetic

Type

personal societal

When to use this quote

  • tournament preparation
  • parenting decisions
  • career transitions

Key Concepts

balance identity sacrifice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can women manage elite performance and parenting?
  • What support systems help?
A Different Perspective

Balancing both can be exhausting and may limit advancement

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