Quote by Alain de Botton

A 'good job' can be both practically attractive while still not good enough to devote your entire life to.

A 'good job' can be both practically attractive while still

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of a "good job" can vary from person to person. While a job may offer practical benefits or be appealing in some ways, it may still fall short of being fulfilling enough to dedicate one's entire life to. It implies that individuals should not solely rely on materialistic or external factors when choosing their career paths, and that personal happiness and fulfillment should also be considered.

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Life Work Jobs Employment Good Jobs Work Life Balance

By Alain de Botton

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