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“Mom was a housewife; Dad was an accountant. They taught me a lot about the value of working hard.” quote by Irene Rosenfeld
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“Mom was a housewife; Dad was an accountant. They taught me a lot about the value of working hard.”

Irene Rosenfeld

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Source Interview: Business Leadership, Irene Rosenfeld, 2018

Parents’ modest jobs taught the value of hard work and its importance in life.

In simple terms: Hard work valued from parents’ example.

Key Takeaway

Embrace diligent effort.

Themes

work ethic family influence values

Mood

determined inspirational

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • career development
  • personal finance

Key Concepts

socio‑economic background motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How has your family shaped your work ethic?
  • What balance do you seek between work and leisure?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on work can neglect balance.

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