Inspirational Quotes
Whatever you are, be a good one.
"Whatever you are, be a good one."— Abraham Lincoln
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Meaning of this quote
Whatever role a person occupies, care and integrity can give that role value.
Key takeaway:
Do your present work with competence and consideration.
Origin of the quote
Advice attributed to William Makepeace Thackeray in Laurence Hutton's memoir; later assigned to Lincoln.
Who actually said this?
Historical tracing supports a Thackeray recollection rather than Lincoln authorship; early wording includes try to be a good one.
