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What does it mean?
The author suggests that heavier responsibilities are given to those capable of handling them.
In plain terms
Strong people get harder jobs to do.
What can you take from it?
Burden and capability are often linked.

Where it applies

  • leadership training
  • personal encouragement
  • workplace management

Putting it to work

  • accepting tough challenges
  • mentoring others

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle heavy burdens?
  • Is strength a reason to expect more?

Another view

It can justify overworking capable people.

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