Quote by Billie Jean King

When they take surveys of women in business, of the Fortune 500, the successful women, 80% of them, say they were in sports as a young woman.

When they take surveys of women in business, of the Fortune

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This quote suggests a correlation between sports participation in youth and success in the business world among women. It highlights that a significant majority (80%) of successful women in Fortune 500 companies reported having engaged in sports during their early years. It hints at the idea that the skills and qualities developed through sports, such as determination, teamwork, and strategic thinking, may contribute to the professional achievement of women in the business field.

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