Parenting Quote by Roy Jones Jr
“He wanted the best. I can tell you that right now. I sat with Tito and his father in Puerto Rico. We would make money from beating Floyd Mayweather but we wouldnt get any prestige from beating Floyd Mayweather. Roy Jones is the giant on the scene. He is the biggest name and he has history attached to it. Going beyond the payday and adding to his legacy at the same time. This is what counts.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Tito and his father, Puerto Rico, date unknown
He emphasizes that legacy and prestige outweigh immediate financial gain when competing against top opponents
In simple terms: Legacy matters more than money
Key Takeaway
Pursue lasting impact over short‑term profit
Themes
legacy
prestige
competition
motivation
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- boxing matches
- business negotiations
- career planning
- personal branding
Key Concepts
sports psychology
brand building
long‑term vision
Questions to Reflect On
- What legacy do you want to leave?
- How do you balance profit and prestige?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on money can neglect personal growth and reputation
![“Roy Jones still number one and it's gon' be that way baby! For all these doubters, him [points to Larry Merchant] and the rest of them that said Roy Jones is a fluke, now they know.” quote by Roy Jones Jr](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b20/roy-jones-jr-7564_baby_roy-jones-still-number-one-and-it-s-gon_3028124.jpg)
![“Boxing’s an art, it’s a science, and you don’t go out to knock people out. If they happen to get knocked out, they happen to run into one of these bricks by mistake [looks at his fists], that’s their fault.” quote by Roy Jones Jr](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/087/roy-jones-jr-7564_art_boxing-s-an-art-it-s-a-science-and-you-d_334377.jpg)
