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There are one hundred men seeking security to one able man who is willing to risk his fortune
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"There are one hundred men seeking security to one able man who is willing to risk his fortune"

- J. Paul Getty

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This quote by J. Paul Getty speaks with the concept that there are many individuals who are searching for a safe and secure and safe life, however there are far less people who want to take risks and put themselves out there in order to attain success. It suggests that it takes a certain kind of person to be going to take dangers and put their own security on the line in order to attain their goals. It also suggests that those who want to take risks are most likely to be effective than those who are not. This quote is a suggestion that success frequently needs taking dangers which those who want to do so are most likely to accomplish their goals. It is a suggestion that security and security are not always ensured and that taking threats can be needed in order to accomplish success.

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J. Paul Getty This quote is written / told by J. Paul Getty between December 15, 1892 and June 6, 1976. He was a famous Businessman from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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