Quote by Bernard Baruch, 1929

When beggars and shoeshine boys, barbers and beauticians can tell you how to get rich it is time to remind yourself that there is no more dangerous illusion than the belief that one can get something for nothing.

When beggars and shoeshine boys, barbers and beauticians can

Summary

This quote highlights the danger in believing that one can achieve wealth or success without any effort or hard work. It suggests that when even those in more humble professions claim to have the secret to getting rich, it is a reminder that this idea is nothing but an illusion. It warns that the notion of gaining something valuable without putting in any effort or giving something in return is deceptive and ultimately dangerous.

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By Bernard Baruch, 1929

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