Business Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“Sloth makes all things difficult, but industry all easy; and he that riseth late must trot all day, and shall scarce overtake his business at night; while laziness travels so slowly, that poverty soon overtakes him.”
About This Quote
Source Publication: Poor Richard's Almanack, 1735
Laziness hinders progress, while procrastination leads to missed opportunities and poverty.
In simple terms: Being lazy makes life harder and can cause poverty.
Key Takeaway
Act promptly and avoid delay.
Themes
work ethic
productivity
poverty
time
discipline
Mood
didactic
inspirational
Type
reflective
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily chores
- business tasks
- personal goals
- financial planning
Key Concepts
motivation
self‑control
consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- Which tasks are you postponing?
- How does small daily effort prevent larger setbacks?
A Different Perspective
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