Justice Quote by Kazuo Ishiguro
““What is more, sir," his lordship went on, "I believe I have a good idea of what you mean by 'professionalism.' It appears to mean getting one's way by cheating and manipulating. It appears to mean serving the dictates of greed and advantage rather than those of goodness and the desire to see justice prevail in the world. If that is the 'professionalism' you refer to, sir, I don't care much for it and have no wish to acquire it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro, 1989
Professionalism is portrayed as a veneer for self‑interest, cheating, and abandoning moral duty for personal gain.
In simple terms: Professionalism can hide selfish motives.
Key Takeaway
Question integrity over empty titles.
Themes
ethics
integrity
power
career
morality
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- workplace decisions
- leadership choices
- policy formation
- personal branding
Key Concepts
utilitarianism
corruption
justice
masculinity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define true professionalism?
- When does ambition become unethical?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook systemic pressures that force compromise.
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