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“Sometimes the dues we pay to maintain integrity are pretty high, but the ultimate cost of moral compromise is so much higher.” quote by Michael Josephson
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“Sometimes the dues we pay to maintain integrity are pretty high, but the ultimate cost of moral compromise is so much higher.”

Michael Josephson

About This Quote

Source Book: The Power of Integrity, Michael Josephson, 2005

Upholding integrity demands effort, but compromising morals leads to far greater personal and societal costs.

In simple terms: Integrity is costly, but moral compromise is costlier.

Key Takeaway

Choose integrity over easy shortcuts.

Themes

ethics integrity consequences

Mood

reflective serious

Type

moral philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business decisions
  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • public policy

Key Concepts

moral philosophy personal responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the hidden costs of compromising integrity?
  • How can we support ethical choices?
A Different Perspective

High integrity costs can be unsustainable without support.

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