Cents Quote by Coleman Sellers II
“The engineer who counts cost as nothing as compared to the result, who holds himself above the consideration of dollars and cents, has missed his vocation.”
About This Quote
An engineer obsessed with results over cost loses sight of purpose; true vocation balances both.
In simple terms: Ignoring cost erodes purpose.
Key Takeaway
Balance cost and impact in work.
Themes
engineering
ethics
purpose
cost
values
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
professional
advice
When to use this quote
- project management
- career counseling
- business ethics
Key Concepts
professional integrity
sustainable design
mission alignment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure value beyond cost?
- What defines an engineer’s vocation?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex decisions.
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