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What does it mean?
Paul sarcastically remarks that Greenspan ignored his advice to seek other employment, yet kept his job.
In plain terms
He jokes that Greenspan didn’t follow his advice to look for a new job.
What can you take from it?
Even ignored ignored, some people remain in their positions.

Where it applies

  • personal interactions
  • professional advice

Putting it to work

  • offer constructive feedback
  • respect personal choices

Questions to consider

  • When is unsolicited advice appropriate?
  • How to handle ignored suggestions?

Another view

The comment is personal and lacks broader relevance.

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