As for my own business, even that kind of surveying which…
“As for my own business, even that kind of surveying which I could do with most satisfaction my employers do not want. They would prefer that I should do my work coarsely and not too well, ay, not well enough. When I observe that there are different ways of surveying, my employer commonly asks which will give him the most land, not which is most correct.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Employers may prioritize profit over precision, encouraging mediocrity instead of excellence.
In simple terms: Work is often driven by profit, not quality.
Key Takeaway
Seek work that values integrity.
Themes
workplace
integrity
profit
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- career choices
- ethical standards
- professional development
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
surveying
employer expectations
quality vs quantity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance quality and profit?
- Can you negotiate higher standards?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressures can limit ideal practices.