Away Quote by Mo Ibrahim
“I left Sudan when I was 25 or 26 years old. If I had stayed, I would never have ended up being an entrepreneur. You can have the qualities, but if you don't have the environment, you just wither away. It's like a fish: take it out of water, it will not survive.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: World Economic Forum, 2015
He attributes his entrepreneurial success to a supportive environment, not just personal traits.
In simple terms: Environment matters more than talent alone.
Key Takeaway
Seek or create supportive ecosystems for growth.
Themes
entrepreneurship
environment
personal development
migration
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- startup incubators
- career counseling
- immigration policy
- education programs
Key Concepts
human capital
social capital
adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies foster environments that nurture talent?
- What role does migration play in personal success?
A Different Perspective
Talent alone may not overcome systemic barriers.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
