Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose.

Bill Gates
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into...
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into...
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into...
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into...
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Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. The quote is not only about success in the business world, but in all aspects of life. When you are successful, it is easy to get complacent and think that you know everything.

This quote reminds me of the concept of our inherent inability to adapt to changes in our lives. Success can make us feel invincible and that if we don't win every time, then we are not any good.

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