Businessman Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
“Today as always, men fall into two groups: slaves and free men. Whoever does not have two-thirds of his day for himself, is a slave, whatever he may be: a statesman, a businessman, an official, or a scholar.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Thus Spoke Zarathustra, 1883
A person is enslaved if they cannot claim at least two‑thirds of their day for personal freedom, regardless of status.
In simple terms: Lack of personal time makes anyone a slave.
Key Takeaway
Guard your time fiercely.
Themes
freedom
time management
personal autonomy
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- work life balance
- entrepreneurship
- academic research
- political leadership
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑ownership
Questions to Reflect On
- How much of your day truly belongs to you?
- What boundaries can you set to protect your freedom?
A Different Perspective
Even with limited time, external obligations may still dominate.
