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What does it mean?
Hubbard values the practical contributors who build and distribute goods, emphasizing the dignity of steady employment.
In plain terms
He respects workers who keep their jobs and make things happen.
What can you take from it?
Steady work and production are vital to society.

Where it applies

  • workplace morale
  • labor discussions
  • economic value

Putting it to work

  • acknowledge workers
  • value steady jobs
  • support production

Questions to consider

  • How do you value different types of work?
  • What makes a job dignified?

Another view

It may overlook those unable to work due to circumstance.

More from Elbert Hubbard

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