Quote by Howard Hendricks

Some people expect the door of opportunity to be opened with an electric eye.

Some people expect the door of opportunity to be opened with

Summary

This quote suggests that some individuals have unrealistically high expectations when it comes to opportunities in life. It implies that these people believe that they will be effortlessly handed success and opportunities, similar to how an automatic door opens easily and without any effort through an electric eye sensor. However, the quote highlights the need for effort, determination, and hard work to truly seize and create opportunities, emphasizing the importance of realistic expectations and active engagement with one's goals.

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