Business Quote by Rudy Ray Moore
“I never was in favor of doing this. No, no, no. I was never in favor of cursing on records and so forth. I wasn't brought up like that. But I needed to survive and make money and get me a piece of show business. So when I found I could hit with this, then I turned to it. And in order to turn to it, you must do it well.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comedy Radio Show, 1970s
He turned to a lucrative but disreputable business out of necessity, emphasizing skill and professionalism despite moral doubts.
In simple terms: He did a shady job well to survive.
Key Takeaway
Do it well, even if you dislike it.
Themes
survival
ethics
career
skill
Mood
conflicted
pragmatic
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- entertainment industry
- financial hardship
- career pivot
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
oral compromise
professionalism
economic pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you excel at work you dislike?
- When is compromise justified?
A Different Perspective
Success may require compromising personal values.
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