One who works for his own profit is likely to work hard. One who works for the use of others, without profit to himself, is likely not to work any harder than he must.
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"One who works for his own profit is likely to work hard. One who works for the use of others, without profit to himself, is likely not to work any harder than he must." — B. Carroll Reece
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One who works for his own profit is likely to work hard. One who works for the use of others, without profit to himself, is likely not to work any harder than he must. — B. Carroll Reece
About B. Carroll Reece
B. Carroll Reece was a Politician from United States (1889–1961).
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This quote is attributed to B. Carroll Reece, a Politician from United States.
When did B. Carroll Reece live?
B. Carroll Reece lived from 1889 – 1961.