Never work just for money or for power. They won't save your soul or help you sleep at night.

Marian Wright Edelman
Never work just for money or for power. They won't...
Never work just for money or for power. They won't...
Never work just for money or for power. They won't...
Never work just for money or for power. They won't...
About This Quote

This quote is thought provoking. It's not saying that you shouldn't work to get money or power; instead, it's saying that these things aren't the ultimate goal. The ultimate goal is to help yourself sleep at night by doing something you love. You can do that by helping people who are less fortunate than you.

This quote goes hand in hand with the idea of working hard to get to the top but not caring about the people who are below you. You could work hard for a company, but if your boss isn't giving back to the community, you should look for another job.

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