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Yes, I backed the hula hoop. And I had a lot of other people come to me with ideas that turned out well
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"Yes, I backed the hula hoop. And I had a lot of other people come to me with ideas that turned out well"

- Art Linkletter

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Art Linkletter's quote is a testament to the power of taking risks and buying ideas. He is describing the fact that he backed the hula hoop, which was a popular toy in the 1950s. By gambling on the hula hoop, he had the ability to gain the benefits of its success. In addition, he points out that he had other people concern him with ideas that turned out well. This suggests that he was open to purchasing originalities and taking dangers, which ultimately paid off. His quote is a pointer that taking risks can be useful, and that investing in concepts can cause success. It also serves as a reminder that it is important to be open up to originalities and to take possibilities in order to enjoy the rewards.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Art Linkletter between July 17, 1912 and May 26, 2010. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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