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In the long-run the workman may be as necessary to his master as his master is to him, but the necessity is not so immediate.
"In the long-run the workman may be as necessary to his master as his master is to him, but the necessity is not so immediate."— Adam Smith
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Meaning of this quote
Workers and employers need each other, but workers may face a more immediate need for income.
Key takeaway:
Consider bargaining power and financial reserves when evaluating an employment negotiation.
Origin of the quote
The Wealth of Nations (1776)
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Source:
The Wealth of Nations (1776)
