Business Quote by Fanny Kemble
“The plodding thrift and scrupulous integrity and long-winded patient industry of our business men of the last century are out of fashion in these "giddy-paced" times, and England is forgetting that those who make haste to be rich can hardly avoid much temptation and some sin.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Social Commentary on Modern Business, 19th century lecture series
Rapid pursuit of wealth erodes moral standards; patience and integrity are being abandoned in fast‑paced society.
In simple terms: Speed harms ethics.
Key Takeaway
Value patience and integrity over quick gains.
Themes
ethics
patience
integrity
speed
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
cautionary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- career advancement
- personal finance
- policy making
Key Concepts
moral decay
cultural shift
economic pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What long‑term costs arise from haste?
- How can societies preserve integrity amid change?
A Different Perspective
Fast success often leads to ethical shortcuts.
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