Business Quote by Ida Tarbell
“The surprise of the fight on the long day, of the experiments with the shorter one, has been not only that the business could stand it, but that the business thrived under it as surely as the man did. It is but another of the proofs which are heaping up in American industry to-day that whatever is good for men and women - contributes to their health, happiness, development - is good for business.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The History of American Industry, 1915
She notes that businesses can survive and even thrive during crises, and that improving workers’ well‑being benefits both people and profit.
In simple terms: Good conditions for workers help business succeed.
Key Takeaway
Invest in employee health.
Themes
economics
labor
well‑being
Mood
critical
inspirational
Type
business
ethical
When to use this quote
- company policy
- employee benefits
- productivity strategies
Key Concepts
industrial sociology
human capital
Questions to Reflect On
- How can companies balance profit with employee welfare?
- What policies best support both health and growth?
A Different Perspective
Not all businesses prioritize health over profit.
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