Country Quote by B. C. Forbes
“Had I not gone through the ordeal, in more than one country, of landing a job, I would he tempted to lose patience over the number of letters pouring in from fellows who want me or someone else to hand them a job on a silver platter with a guarantee that they will receive the wonderful promotion their talents warrant… But a tragic number of young men and even older men have a notion that it is not up to them to prosecute the bettering process. They look to someone else to perform the trick for them.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Career Advice, B. C. Forbes, 2020
Relying on others for career advancement hinders personal growth; proactive effort is essential.
In simple terms: Don't wait for handouts; work for your own success.
Key Takeaway
Take initiative in your career path.
Themes
career development
self‑reliance
patience
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
professional
motivational
When to use this quote
- job search
- networking
- skill acquisition
Key Concepts
motivation
entrepreneurship
skill building
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you create opportunities yourself?
- What barriers prevent proactive career moves?
A Different Perspective
Some may lack opportunities to act independently.
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