Quote by George M. Humphrey

It's a terribly hard job to spend a billion dollars and get your money's worth.

It's a terribly hard job to spend a billion dollars and get

Summary

This quote suggests that managing a substantial amount of money, specifically a billion dollars, is a challenging task because it requires careful consideration and diligence to ensure that it is well-spent and produces valuable returns. The difficulty lies in making wise investment decisions, avoiding wasteful spending, and maximizing the potential for beneficial outcomes. This conveys the notion that handling such a vast sum of money demands skill and expertise to achieve a desirable outcome.

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Money

By George M. Humphrey

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