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What does it mean?
She vows to work as long as she remains physically able.
In plain terms
She plans to keep working until she can't move.
What can you take from it?
Keep working while you still have the energy.

Where it applies

  • retirement planning
  • career longevity
  • health concerns

Putting it to work

  • staying active
  • planning for exit

Questions to consider

  • When should you retire?
  • What drives your career?

Another view

It ignores health risks of overwork.

More from Bette Davis

  1. I will never be below the title.

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  2. I work to stay alive.

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  3. I went back to work because someone had to pay for the groceries.

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