Bigs Quote by Mario Teguh
“Lead yourself whenever your boss' leadership deteriorates. When your boss doesn't praise what you do, praise yourself. When your boss doesn't make you big, make yourself big. Remember, if you have done your best, failure does not count.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Self-Help Guide by Mario Teguh, 2010
Personal responsibility and self‑validation are essential when external leadership fails; internal standards define success regardless of external recognition.
In simple terms: Take charge of your own worth and growth.
Key Takeaway
Validate yourself, set your own standards.
Themes
self‑leadership
confidence
resilience
Mood
determined
empowering
Type
motivational
reflective
When to use this quote
- career setbacks
- lack of feedback
- personal projects
- skill development
- team leadership
Key Concepts
self‑esteem
intrinsic motivation
growth mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance self‑praise with humility?
- What internal metrics will you use to gauge success?
A Different Perspective
External validation is limited; over‑reliance on self‑praise can lead to ego inflation.
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