Meaning of the word "there is always room at the top" in English

What does "there is always room at the top" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

there is always room at the top

US /ðɛr ɪz ˈɔlˌweɪz rum æt ðə tɑp/
UK /ðeər ɪz ˈɔːlweɪz ruːm æt ðə tɒp/
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Idiom

a proverb meaning that there is always a place for someone who is exceptionally talented or ambitious, as few people reach the highest levels of success

Example:
Don't be discouraged by the competition; remember, there is always room at the top.
He believed that if he worked harder than everyone else, he would succeed because there is always room at the top.