Jobs Quote by Tamora Pierce
“That's all this job is, Daine," she explained. "Trying to please everyone and pleasing no one. And it will only get worse, not better.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Immortal Prince, 2007
Attempting to satisfy everyone leads to dissatisfaction and worsening outcomes.
In simple terms: Trying to please all ends in failure.
Key Takeaway
Accept you cannot satisfy everyone.
Themes
expectations
conflict
leadership
self‑care
growth
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- management decisions
- family dynamics
- customer service
Key Concepts
people‑pleasing
boundary setting
personal limits
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you say no?
- How do you set realistic expectations?
A Different Perspective
Over‑accommodation can cause burnout.
![“I will be known forever as the Puppy who chased a cutpurse and caught fish garbage instead. My descendants will pretend I'm not in their bloodline. No – no one will want to make descendants with me. [from Beka Cooper's journal of her first day as a new Dog i.e. cop]” quote by Tamora Pierce](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6d5/tamora-pierce-935_beka-cooper_i-will-be-known-forever-as-the-puppy-who_17776.jpg)
