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How does Ambition connect to the bigger picture? Charlie Munger understood these relationships deeply. This collection shows you how they integrated Ambition into their broader philosophy, with each quote fully sourced. Use it to build coherent mental models rather than collecting isolated ideas. When you need Charlie Munger's systematic thinking on Ambition, start here.
"I didn't get to where I am by going after mediocre opportunities."
"Success means being very patient, but aggressive when it's time."
"The safest way to get what you want is to deserve what you want."
"The first $100,000 is a bitch, but you gotta do it. I don't care what you have to do—if it means walking everywhere and not eating anything that wasn't purchased with a coupon, find a way to get your hands on $100,000."
"The safest way to try to get what you want is to try to deserve what you want."
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