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“If the majority of people of a country, no matter how great its natural resources, organize and conspire to get more out and put less in, to do less and get more, how long will, how long can it last?”

Quote by William J. H. Boetcker

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William J. H. Boetcker

William J. H. Boetcker was a renowned motivational speaker. Born in 1873 and passing away in 1962, he was known for his inspiring speeches and writings that have influenced countless individuals. more

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“A man who tries to make the workmen believe that their employers are their natural enemies is indeed the worst enemy of workmen. For the employees of yesterday are the employers of today, and the employees of today can and will partly be the employers of tomorrow.”

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“Beware of ignorance when in motion; look out for inexperience when in action, and beware of the majority when mentally poisoned with misinformation, for collective ignorance does not become wisdom.”

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“Nations begin to dig their own graves when men talk more of human rights and less of human duties.”

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“I have been known to buy e-versions of my books because I was in a hotel room and I needed one right away to look up something in it; very handy for that - you can have it just the next minute; you can press the button and just have it.”

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“For the self-development of men and women it is absolutely necessary that they should be alone with themselves at least one hour each day-to get the blessings of solitude.”

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