Quote by Salvador Dali

The secret of my influence has always been that it remained secret.

The secret of my influence has always been that it remained

Summary

This quote suggests that the source of the speaker's power and impact lies in its mystery and the ability to keep it concealed. By keeping their influence hidden, they maintain a sense of intrigue and allure, allowing them to have a greater impact on others. Perhaps, this implies that revealing their methods or tactics would diminish their effectiveness, and so they choose to keep it private and unidentified.

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