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I early found that when I worked for myself alone, myself…

“I early found that when I worked for myself alone, myself alone worked for me; but when I worked for others also, others worked also for me.” quote by Benjamin Franklin
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“I early found that when I worked for myself alone, myself alone worked for me; but when I worked for others also, others worked also for me.”

Benjamin Franklin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Working for oneself yields personal benefit, but collaborating with others creates mutual advantage.

In simple terms: Solo work helps you; teamwork benefits all.

Key Takeaway

Balance independence with collaboration.

Themes

entrepreneurship cooperation mutual benefit

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • starting a business
  • team projects
  • community initiatives

Key Concepts

self‑interest collective success

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you maintain autonomy while collaborating?
  • What structures ensure shared success?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on self can limit growth.

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