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    In a trader-dominated society, the scribe is usually kept out of the management of affairs, but it given a more or less free hand in the cultural field. By frustrating the scribe's craving for commanding action, the trader draws upon himself the scribe's wrath and scorn.

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Wealth, howsoever got, in England makes lords of mechanics, gentlemen of rakes; Antiquity and birth are needless here; 'Tis impudence read more

Wealth, howsoever got, in England makes lords of mechanics, gentlemen of rakes; Antiquity and birth are needless here; 'Tis impudence and money makes a peer.

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Money is the most egalitarian force in society. It confers power on whoever holds it.

Money is the most egalitarian force in society. It confers power on whoever holds it.

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If you're not a white male, consider sales seriously. Most employers, regardless of how sexist or racist they may be, read more

If you're not a white male, consider sales seriously. Most employers, regardless of how sexist or racist they may be, will pay for any sales they can get. And they care little for the color or gender of the person who brings that business to the firm. Most will be glad to get the business even if it comes from a green, bisexual Martian.

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Profits are like breathing. You have to have them. But who would stay alive just to breathe?

Profits are like breathing. You have to have them. But who would stay alive just to breathe?

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Managing directors are not paid to be busy, they are paid to think.

Managing directors are not paid to be busy, they are paid to think.

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There ain't no such thing as a free lunch."
A Libertarian Movement slogan - The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress, read more

There ain't no such thing as a free lunch."
A Libertarian Movement slogan - The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress, 1907.

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I get so tired listening to one million dollars here, one million dollars there, it's so petty.

I get so tired listening to one million dollars here, one million dollars there, it's so petty.

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Don't try to buy at the bottom and sell at the top. It can't be done except by liars.

Don't try to buy at the bottom and sell at the top. It can't be done except by liars.

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A man with a surplus can control circumstances, but a man without a surplus is controlled by them, and often read more

A man with a surplus can control circumstances, but a man without a surplus is controlled by them, and often has no opportunity to exercise judgment.

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