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An office boy in London was the lowest of the low. The office boy was the tea boy. He would be the dogs body: It means s
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"An office boy in London was the lowest of the low. The office boy was the tea boy. He would be the dog's body: It means someone who would do anything at all. I was quite prepared for that and enjoyed it"

- George Carey

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George Carey's quote talks to the lowly position of an office kid in London. He was the most affordable of the low, and his job was to be the tea boy. This meant he was anticipated to do anything and whatever that was asked of him. Despite the challenging and often thankless nature of the job, Carey was prepared for it and even enjoyed it. This talks to his durability and decision to make the most of any situation. It also speaks to the importance of having a good mindset and being willing to do whatever it takes to finish the job. Carey's quote is a pointer that no matter how challenging the job, it can be simplified with the right mindset.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by George Carey somewhere between November 13, 1935 and today. He/she was a famous Clergyman from England. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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