Advice Quote by B. Traven
“Anyone who is willing to work and is serious about it will certainly find a job. Only you must not go to the man who tells you this, for he has no job to offer and doesn't know anyone who knows of a vacancy. This is exactly the reason why he gives you such generous advice, out of brotherly love, and to demonstrate how little he knows the world.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Death Ship, B. Traven, 1926
Hard work and seriousness lead to employment, but beware false advisors who lack real connections
In simple terms: Effort yields jobs, but not from unreliable sources
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine opportunities through personal networks
Themes
employment
trust
advice
Mood
pragmatic
cautious
hopeful
Type
career
advisory
When to use this quote
- job hunting
- mentorship
- industry events
Key Concepts
networking
career development
Questions to Reflect On
- Who truly knows about openings in your field?
- How can you verify the credibility of advice?
A Different Perspective
Advice from uninformed sources can waste time and effort
