Parents are usually more careful to bestow knowledge on their children rather than virtue, the art of speaking well rather than doing well; but their manners should be of the greatest concern.
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You have to decide whether you want to make money or make sense, because the two are mutually exclusive.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success can come from making money, but true fulfillment often arises from making sense and meaning in one's work.
This quote by R. Buckminster Fuller suggests a critical dilemma in life and business: the choice between pursuing profit or pursuing a purpose that resonates with one's values. Fuller implies that the pursuit of financial gain often leads to decisions that may lack meaning, while opting for sense or meaningful endeavors may not always lead to monetary success. Hence, one must evaluate their priorities and choose accordingly.
Themes
MoneySenseMutually ExclusiveSuccessDecision
In practice
Example use cases
In a business presentation about ethical practices, one could use this quote to discuss the importance of aligning business goals with personal values.
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