Hard Quote by Evan Esar
“Hard work never hurt anyone who hired someone else to do it.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Humor column, 1970s
The saying jokes that hard work is unnecessary if one delegates tasks, implying that effort is avoided by hiring others.
In simple terms: Hard work avoided by hiring others.
Key Takeaway
Delegate to avoid personal effort.
Themes
workplace
efficiency
delegation
Mood
witty
cynical
Type
humorous
satirical
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- project planning
- outsourcing
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
economics
labor theory
management
Questions to Reflect On
- When is delegation beneficial?
- Does outsourcing diminish personal growth?
A Different Perspective
It overlooks the value of personal effort and skill development.
