Quote by John Corbett

I thought if I wanted people to take me seriously, I needed to act serious and not reveal too much of my private life so people could seriously accept me in different things.

I thought if I wanted people to take me seriously, I needed

Summary

This quote reflects the belief that in order to gain credibility and be taken seriously, one must maintain a certain level of seriousness and refrain from sharing too much of their personal life. The speaker suggests that by presenting themselves as composed and professional, they will increase their chances of being respected and accepted in various aspects of life.

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By John Corbett

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