Forever Quote by Quincy Jones
“I tell my kids and I tell proteges, always have humility when you create and grace when you succeed, because its not about you. You are a terminal for a higher power. As soon as you accept that, you can do it forever.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Quincy Jones, 2022
Humility and grace are essential when creating and succeeding, recognizing we serve a larger purpose beyond ourselves.
In simple terms: Be humble when creating, graceful when succeeding.
Key Takeaway
Serve a higher purpose, not ego.
Themes
humility
grace
purpose
leadership
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teaching kids
- mentoring proteges
- creative projects
- career success
Key Concepts
spirituality
service
ego
creation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance humility with self‑advocacy?
- What higher purpose guides your work?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal boundaries in service to others.
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