032: Helen Hayes – The Expert In Anything

“The expert in anything was once a beginner” – Helen Hayes

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Halen Hayes was a widely successful American actress. She is to date, one of twelve people to have an EGOT (people who have won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony Award). Basically she was a giant in 20th century American media. She even has a theater award and hospital named after her.

True to her quote, Hayes did have to start somewhere. At age five, Hayes started playing simple roles. Who knew at that point where her future would take her.

If you are wondering where the Coca-Cola reference came from, it’s from this tumblr post by Business People Inc.

I hope this quote reminds everyone starting out a new project or business, that even the biggest companies had a year 1. That year 1 may not seem all that great, but it’s a start. We see them as giants now, but at year 1, who knew where the future lead for them?

Don’t be afraid to start even if you are going to suck at first. Have some courage to push through your year 1.

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