Ads Quote by Robin Sloan
“But I kept at it with the help-wanted ads. My standards were sliding swiftly. At first I had insisted I would only work at a company with a mission I believed in. Then I thought maybe it would be fine as long as I was learning something new. After that I decided it just couldn't be evil. Now I was carefully delineating my personal definition of evil.”
About This Quote
The speaker describes compromising personal values over time, rationalizing each step to justify working for a company they once deemed unacceptable.
In simple terms: Compromising standards to justify a job
Key Takeaway
Recognize and protect core values
Themes
integrity
compromise
career
ethics
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advice
personal narrative
When to use this quote
- job search
- career decisions
- ethical dilemmas
- personal growth
Key Concepts
moral relativism
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- What values are non‑negotiable for you?
- How do you assess a company's mission?
A Different Perspective
Compromise may erode long‑term fulfillment and reputation.
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