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The quote questions whether a person can truly become something without already having some of that quality or identity in place. It suggests skepticism about self-transformation that starts from nothing. The phrasing also implies that becoming what you are not is not straightforward.
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Originally said in English.
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About Andy Dunn
American entrepreneur and Bonobos co-founder
Andy Dunn is an American entrepreneur and the co-founder of Bonobos Inc. He was CEO of the company for 11 years after helping start it in 2007. In June 2017, Walmart announced it would buy Bonobos for $310 million in cash. Dunn then joined Walmart to lead its direct-to-consumer brands, before leaving in January 2020. After Walmart sold Bonobos in 2023, he returned to the company as an advisor.
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