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The idea that to make a man work you've got to hold gold in front of his eyes is a growth, not an axiom. We've done that for so long that we've forgotten there's any other way.

The idea that to make a man work you've got to hold gold in

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This quote challenges the commonly held belief that material incentives are the sole or most effective means of motivating people to work. It suggests that society has become so accustomed to this notion that we have overlooked alternative approaches. The quote implies that there may be alternative ways of inspiring and motivating individuals, suggesting that ultimately, intrinsic factors such as purpose, passion, and personal fulfillment could serve as powerful drivers of productivity and effort. It invites us to reassess our assumptions about the nature of work and what truly motivates individuals to contribute.

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