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Breakthrough Quote by Marissa Mayer

“I always did something I was a little not ready to do. I think that's how you grow. When there's that moment of 'Wow, I'm not really sure I can do this,' and you push through those moments, that's when you have a breakthrough.” quote by Marissa Mayer
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“I always did something I was a little not ready to do. I think that's how you grow. When there's that moment of 'Wow, I'm not really sure I can do this,' and you push through those moments, that's when you have a breakthrough.”

Marissa Mayer

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2015 interview with Marissa Mayer, Yahoo CEO

Growth occurs when you act despite feeling unprepared, leading to breakthroughs.

In simple terms: Act before you feel ready to grow.

Key Takeaway

Embrace discomfort to achieve breakthroughs.

Themes

growth confidence breakthroughs

Mood

motivational inspirational

Type

career self-improvement

When to use this quote

  • starting a new job
  • learning a skill
  • public speaking
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

risk-taking personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unready moment led to growth?
  • How do you manage fear?
A Different Perspective

Fear can cause paralysis if not managed.

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