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“You owe it to us all to get on with what you're good at.” quote by W H Auden
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“You owe it to us all to get on with what you're good at.”

W H Auden

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Unknown Citizen", 1939

People should focus on their strengths and contribute accordingly.

In simple terms: Do what you’re good at.

Key Takeaway

Identify and use your talents.

Themes

self‑actualization contribution focus

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • volunteering
  • team projects

Key Concepts

strengths societal roles personal fulfillment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are your core strengths?
  • How can you help others with them?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on specialization can ignore broader growth.

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