What I do is prepare myself until I know I can do what I have to do.
Meaning of the quote
Joe Namath, a famous American athlete, says that he makes sure he is ready and confident before he has to do something important. He practices and gets himself ready until he is certain he can succeed at the task. This shows that it is important to prepare well and be confident in your abilities before you try to do something challenging.
About Joe Namath
Joe Namath, nicknamed “Broadway Joe”, was an American football quarterback who played in the AFL and NFL for 13 seasons, mostly with the New York Jets. He led the Jets to victory in Super Bowl III, which was a historic upset, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985.
More quotes from Joe Namath
First, I prepare. Then I have faith.
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When you have confidence, you can have a lot of fun. And when you have fun, you can do amazing things.
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If you aren’t going all the way, why go at all?
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You learn how to be a gracious winner and an outstanding loser.
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