Home Quote by Richard Lewis
“I was 23, and all sorts of people were coming in and out and watching me, like Steve Allen and Bette Midler. David Brenner certainly took me under his wing. To drive home to my little dump in New Jersey often knowing that Steve Allen said, 'You got it' - that validation kept me going in a big, big way.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Stand-up Comedy Talk, 1990s
Early career validation from peers can dramatically boost confidence and perseverance.
In simple terms: Support from respected peers fuels confidence.
Key Takeaway
Seek mentorship and value encouragement.
Themes
career
confidence
mentorship
Mood
inspirational
motivational
Type
personal
career
When to use this quote
- stand-up comedy
- creative industries
- new job
- personal growth
Key Concepts
social proof
self-efficacy
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you become a mentor for?
- How do you maintain confidence without external praise?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on external validation may create dependency.
![“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)
