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“I guess if you stay around long enough, they can't get rid of you.” quote by Paul Butterfield
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“I guess if you stay around long enough, they can't get rid of you.”

Paul Butterfield

About This Quote

Persistence can make you unavoidable, even when others wish to remove you.

In simple terms: Staying long makes you hard to dismiss.

Key Takeaway

Be patient and resilient.

Themes

perseverance longevity power dynamics

Mood

determined steady

Type

motivational strategic

When to use this quote

  • career
  • activism
  • relationships
  • organizing

Key Concepts

sociology political science

Questions to Reflect On

  • What benefits come from staying power?
  • When does persistence become counterproductive?
A Different Perspective

Longevity can also breed complacency or resentment.

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