Quote by Mark Twain

Behold, the fool saith, Put not all thine eggs in the one basket, which is but a manner of saying, Scatter your money and your attention, but the wise man saith, Put all your eggs in the one basket and watch that basket.

Behold, the fool saith, Put not all thine eggs in the one ba

Summary

This quote emphasizes the difference in mentality between a fool and a wise person. The fool advises against placing all resources and efforts in one place, suggesting a scattered approach. However, the wise person advises the opposite, advising to concentrate all attention and investment in one area, emphasizing the need to closely monitor and protect that singular focus. It suggests that while it may be risky, channeling all energy and resources into one endeavor can lead to better results when carefully managed.

By Mark Twain

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