Quote by Martin Scorsese

There are two kinds of power you have to fight. The first is the money, and that's just our system. The other is the people close around you, knowing when to accept their criticism, knowing when to say no.

There are two kinds of power you have to fight. The first is

Summary

This quote emphasizes the presence of two types of power that one must confront. The first type of power is monetary, which is a fundamental part of our societal system. It implies that financial influence is a force that needs to be reckoned with. The second kind of power comes from the people who are in close proximity to you. It stresses the importance of discerning when to value and accept their criticism, as well as when to confidently assert oneself by saying no. In essence, this quote emphasizes the need to navigate and handle both external financial power dynamics and interpersonal relationships.

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Money

By Martin Scorsese

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