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The context suggests that it was said during an interview or after one of her competitions, where she reflected on her career and what success meant to her beyond winning medals.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nAt first glance, the quote seems straightforward: it's about striving for excellence and improvement. However, upon closer examination, there's a subtle yet profound nuance at play. Kluft is not saying that external validation (in this case, winning medals) is unimportant, but rather that she seeks to define her own success on her own terms, regardless of external outcomes.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nWhen facing setbacks or uncertainty in your professional life, remember that true success lies not in achieving a specific goal, but in the process of striving for excellence and continually improving. 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