Ah, beware of snobbery; it is the unwelcome recognition of one's own past failings.
Cary GrantRead
Do your job and demand your compensation - but in that order.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Perform your duties effectively and ensure you are appropriately rewarded afterwards.
Cary Grant emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one's work and responsibilities before seeking rewards or compensation. This quote suggests that true success comes from dedication to one's job and that, by doing so effectively, one creates justification for receiving fair remuneration.
Themes
WorkSuccessCompensationResponsibilityDuty
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about career development.
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