Different Quote by Les Wexner
“I think success is about purpose. People ask about success at different points in your life. As I look back, I think people that are successful feel good about what they are doing, and they can look back at what they've done and they feel good about it. People sometimes ask about success and they say, "What's your legacy?" and I say, "I think it's really a dumb question." I think the question is: What am I doing now? Do I feel good about myself? Am I proud of myself? Whatever purpose there is in life, I think success is about purpose. It's not about material things.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Leadership Forum, 2018
Success is defined by purpose and personal fulfillment, not material legacy; ask what you are doing now and if you feel proud.
In simple terms: Success equals purpose and feeling good about yourself, not wealth.
Key Takeaway
Focus on purposeful actions that bring personal pride.
Themes
success
purpose
self‑assessment
Mood
thoughtful
motivational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- goal setting
- daily reflection
Key Concepts
meaning
fulfillment
legacy
materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What purpose drives you today?
- How do you assess your own success?
A Different Perspective
Purpose can be vague and hard to measure.
