A professional is a man who can do his job when he doesn't feel like it; an amateur is one who can't when he does feel like it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- It defines professionalism as the ability to work regardless of mood, while amateurs rely on feeling inspired to act.
- In plain terms
- Professionals work even when they do not feel like it.
- What can you take from it?
- Professionalism means working regardless of mood.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is feeling motivated important?
- What defines a professional?
Another view
It ignores the importance of feeling motivated for creative or sustainable work.
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