A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
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I believe in the dignity of labor, whether with head or hand; that the world owes no man a living but that it owes every man an opportunity to make a living.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Labor, in all its forms, is dignified and everyone deserves the chance to earn a living through their efforts.
John D. Rockefeller emphasizes the importance of labor in any capacity, asserting that every person has the right to an opportunity to work, rather than expecting to receive a livelihood without effort. This quote reflects a strong belief in personal responsibility and the value of hard work, suggesting that dignity comes from contributing to society through one's own endeavors.
Themes
DignityLaborOpportunitySuccessWork
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about the importance of hard work and using one's skills effectively.
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