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Commission Quote by Dave Ramsey

“Work-get paid; don't work-don't get paid. Everybody is on commission” quote by Dave Ramsey
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“Work-get paid; don't work-don't get paid. Everybody is on commission”

Dave Ramsey

About This Quote

Source Book: The Total Money Makeover, 2003

He simplifies earning and payment: work to get paid, and without work, no payment; commissions drive performance.

In simple terms: Work yields pay; commissions motivate.

Key Takeaway

Align effort with compensation structures.

Themes

finance work ethic motivation

Mood

direct practical

Type

finance career

When to use this quote

  • sales jobs
  • freelance work
  • business incentives
  • career planning

Key Concepts

commission systems employment models

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prefer stable salary or performance‑based pay?
  • How do commissions affect work quality?
A Different Perspective

Commission reliance can create income instability.

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