Adam Quote by Rosabeth Moss Kanter
“The most distinguished advocate and the most distinguished critic of modern captialism were in agreement on one essential point: the job makes the person. Adam Smith and Karl Marx both recognized the extent to which people's attitudes and behaviors take shape out of the experiences they have in their work.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New American Workplace, 1993
Work shapes identity; both capitalism and socialism agree that jobs form personal attitudes and behaviors.
In simple terms: Jobs influence who we become.
Key Takeaway
Consider how work shapes your character.
Themes
identity
work
ideology
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
sociological
When to use this quote
- career planning
- education
- organizational culture
- personal development
Key Concepts
social theory
psychology
economics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your job reflect your values?
- Can you separate self from work?
A Different Perspective
Work alone cannot define a person; other experiences matter.
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