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“Be as polite to the custodian as you are to the chairman of the board.” quote by H. Jackson Brown, Jr
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“Be as polite to the custodian as you are to the chairman of the board.”

H. Jackson Brown, Jr

About This Quote

Source Book: Life's Little Instruction Book, 1997

Treat all people with equal respect, regardless of status, to foster humility and harmony.

In simple terms: Respect everyone equally.

Key Takeaway

Show courtesy to all.

Themes

respect humility equality

Mood

thoughtful balanced

Type

advice ethical

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • family gatherings
  • customer service
  • community events

Key Concepts

social etiquette interpersonal dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance deference and equality?
  • What benefits arise from universal respect?
A Different Perspective

People may perceive equal courtesy as insincere.

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