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“in LA she would hole up. Back in the day it had been part of his job to find people, and he had been pretty good at it. Success depended on” quote by Lee Child
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““in LA she would hole up. Back in the day it had been part of his job to find people, and he had been pretty good at it. Success depended on””

Lee Child

About This Quote

Source Book: Unknown, possibly a Jack Reacher novel, 2020

A character retreats to Los Angeles, reflecting on past duties of locating people, highlighting reliance on skill and success.

In simple terms: He hides in LA, remembering his job finding people and how success relied on it.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how past skills shape present actions.

Themes

isief skill success

Mood

reflective determined

Type

narrative motivational

When to use this quote

  • relocating for work
  • investigations
  • career transitions

Key Concepts

identity professionalism adaptation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do past abilities serve current goals?
  • Can you adapt skills to new contexts?
A Different Perspective

Success may depend on outdated methods.

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