Apply Quote by Mellody Hobson
“I was in the Woodrow Wilson School of international relations and public policy at Princeton. You have to apply to get in, and I did not originally get in. I lobbied really hard and called many people. I just would not take no for an answer.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 2022
Persistence and proactive lobbying can overcome initial rejection and secure admission to elite programs.
In simple terms: Persistence beats initial rejection.
Key Takeaway
Never accept “no” as final.
Themes
persistence
advocacy
education
Mood
motivated
hopeful
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- college admissions
- career networking
- grant applications
Key Concepts
psychology
strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies can you use when resources are limited?
- How can you build supportive networks?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone has resources to lobby effectively.
