Quote by William Hazlitt

The world judge of men by their ability in their profession, and we judge of ourselves by the same test: for it is on that on which our success in life depends.

The world judge of men by their ability in their profession,

Summary

This quote suggests that both the world and individuals evaluate people based on their professional skills and abilities. The world measures individuals' worth by their proficiency in their chosen careers, and we also use this as a measure of our own success in life. The quote implies that the level of success one achieves is hinged upon their professional capabilities, emphasizing the importance of excelling in one's chosen profession as a means of accomplishment and self-evaluation.

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Career Vocation

By William Hazlitt

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