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“Do not hire a man who does your work for money, but him who does it for love of it.” quote by Henry David Thoreau
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“Do not hire a man who does your work for money, but him who does it for love of it.”

Henry David Thoreau

About This Quote

Source Essay: Walden, 1854

Hire those motivated by passion, not just monetary gain, for better work quality.

In simple terms: Passion‑driven workers outperform pay‑driven ones.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize love of work over salary.

Themes

work motivation values

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • recruitment
  • team building
  • career counseling

Key Concepts

intrinsic motivation employee satisfaction

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can love of work sustain a livelihood?
  • How to balance passion and financial needs?
A Different Perspective

Passion can’t always pay the bills.

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