Earning Quotes
On hard work, income, and personal achievement
These earning quotes cover the long road to financial and academic achievement, from years of postdoctoral research to landing a first paying contract. One firm line insists there is nothing to feel guilty about in simply making a good living. For more on work and ambition, see our Rags quotes.
After earning my Ph.D., I stayed at the Max-Planck Institute as a postdoc, working on laser excitation of Rydberg states of triatomic hydrogen and helium hydride. I also succeeded in analyzing all the emission spectra of helium hydride, which I...
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Men might as well be imprisoned, as excluded from the means of earning their bread.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do these earning quotes focus on?
They focus on the effort behind financial and academic achievement, from years of study to landing a first paying job.
Is there a quote about academic accomplishment?
Yes, one detailed quote describes years of postdoctoral research work following the completion of a doctoral degree.
Do any quotes discuss guilt around making money?
Yes, one firm line argues there is nothing to feel ashamed of in simply earning a good income.
Is historical context included in these quotes?
Yes, one older quote reflects on how being denied the ability to earn a living was historically compared to imprisonment.
Where can I find more quotes about work and ambition?
See our Rags quotes for more on effort and achievement.
Also browse Aeschylus quotes for more classic perspectives on labor and reward.
