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- Self-praise can backfire, turning detractors into platforms for reputation defense.
- Critics and rivals can fuel motivation and offer opportunities to articulate achievements positively.
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The Art of Self-Praise
Praise is essential for gaining recognition and scaling reputation. Plutarch delves into the nuances of self-praise, citing Cicero's struggles with self-praise after his victory over the conspiracy of Cataline. While self-praise can be necessary in certain contexts, like a paminondis's trial, Cicero's self-praise led to criticism and eventual exile.
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