Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Next to us is not the workman whom we have hired, with whom we love so well to talk, but the workman whose work we are.

Next to us is not the workman whom we have hired, with whom

Summary

This quote suggests that instead of focusing on our own achievements and personal interactions, we should shift our attention to the quality of our work and how it ultimately reflects upon us. It emphasizes the importance of taking pride in our workmanship and considering ourselves as representatives of the work we produce, rather than merely hiring someone else to carry out the tasks. By identifying ourselves as "the workman whose work we are," it highlights the significance of personal responsibility and accountability in our professional endeavors.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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