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Not at USC.",true,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\n\nThis quote is attributed to Lane Kiffin, a former head coach at USC, likely referencing his tenure from 2009 to 2010. At the time, Kiffin was navigating the complexities of collegiate football, including the pressures of maintaining a storied program like USC's and dealing with the scrutiny that comes with it.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nOn the surface, this statement appears to be a commentary on the motivations of college athletes. However, upon closer examination, it reveals a deeper insight into the human psyche: Kiffin is acknowledging that extrinsic rewards, such as bowl games, are secondary to intrinsic drivers like personal fulfillment and identity. This tension highlights the paradox between external validation and internal motivation.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nTo apply this mindset today, individuals can focus on cultivating an inner sense of purpose and meaning, rather than solely relying on external metrics for success. By prioritizing their own values and passions, professionals and creatives can tap into a deeper wellspring of motivation, driving them to excel in their endeavors despite external pressures or rewards.",{"id":55,"quote_text":56,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":57,"source":58,"quote_tag":59,"commentary":9},3785962,"Coaching was always intriguing to me as a kid. Watching 'Monday Night Football' with my dad and hearing him talk through the game management and watching the Tom Landrys and Don Shulas on the sideline was more intriguing to me than watching Troy Aikman or Dan Marino throw the ball.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":61,"quote_text":62,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":63,"source":64,"quote_tag":65,"commentary":9},3785959,"Anybody can get a job, but what do you do when you have it?",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":67,"quote_text":68,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":69,"source":70,"quote_tag":71,"commentary":9},3785957,"I don't think you've done something by getting a job. 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