Quote by Louis XIV

Every time I appoint someone to a vacant position, I make a hundred unhappy and one ungrateful.

Every time I appoint someone to a vacant position, I make a

Summary

This quote alludes to the challenges and dissatisfaction that can arise when making appointments to fill vacant positions. It implies that making such decisions inevitably leads to disappointment for many people who were not selected, generating feelings of unhappiness. Moreover, it suggests that even the chosen candidate may not express gratitude for the opportunity received, highlighting the complexity and no-win nature of selection processes. Overall, the quote emphasizes the difficulties and negative emotions associated with making appointments.

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By Louis XIV

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