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Working with Tribhuvandas and Kaira’s dairy farmers, I saw…

“Working with Tribhuvandas and Kaira’s dairy farmers, I saw that when you work merely for your own profit, the pleasure is transitory; but if you work for others, there is a deeper sense of fulfilment and if things are handled well, the money, too, is more than adequate.” quote by Verghese Kurien
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““Working with Tribhuvandas and Kaira’s dairy farmers, I saw that when you work merely for your own profit, the pleasure is transitory; but if you work for others, there is a deeper sense of fulfilment and if things are handled well, the money, too, is more than adequate.””

Verghese Kurien

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 others creates lasting fulfillment, while self‑interest yields fleeting pleasure; both can be financially rewarding when done well.

In simple terms: Helping others feels deeper than personal profit.

Key Takeaway

Seek purpose beyond profit.

Themes

service fulfillment profit purpose leadership

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • rural cooperatives
  • social enterprises
  • team projects
  • community development

Key Concepts

social entrepreneurship intrinsic motivation sustainable development

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you align profit with service?
  • What does fulfillment look like in your work?
A Different Perspective

Self‑interest can still dominate decisions despite altruistic intent.

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