Why is my autograph so little in demand, except on checks?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels their work is only valued for financial gain.
- In plain terms
- People only want my autograph on checks.
- What can you take from it?
- Value may be transactional, not personal.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do people value your work?
- Do you want deeper recognition?
Another view
Some people do value the work itself.
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