"I'm not the hottest tuner on the planet, so I normally get someone to come out and do it for me"
- Caroline Corr
About this Quote
In this quote, Caroline Corr is confessing that she is not the most skilled or knowledgeable individual when it comes to tuning instruments. She recognizes that there are others who are better at it than she is. As a result, she normally counts on somebody else to come and tune her instruments for her. This might be due to an uncertainty in her own capabilities or merely a choice to have someone else deal with the task. Regardless, it reveals humility and a determination to look for help when needed. It likewise highlights the value of having a team or support group in any endeavor.
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