Fundamentally, the basis of all modern progress is the efficiency of labor. And the only sure road to restored prosperity is through the thrift and hard work of our people as a whole.
Charles M. SchwabRead
To my mind, the best investment a young man starting out in business can possibly make is to give all his time, all his energies, to work - just plain, hard work.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Hard work is the most valuable investment for a young entrepreneur.
In this quote, Charles M. Schwab emphasizes the importance of dedicating one's time and energy to hard work, especially for young individuals embarking on a business career. He suggests that fully committing to work is the key to achieving success and building a strong foundation in business.
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Hard WorkInvestmentSuccessBusinessCommitment
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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