A people... who are possessed of the spirit of commerce, who see and who will pursue their advantages may achieve almost anything.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People driven by commerce and advantage can achieve great things.
- In plain terms
- Commercial drive leads to achievement.
- What can you take from it?
- Economic ambition drives progress.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What drives your ambition?
- Is profit important?
Another view
Unchecked pursuit of advantage can harm society.
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