"Don't be condescending to unskilled labor. Try it for a half a day first"
- Brooks Atkinson
About this Quote
This quote by Brooks Atkinson is a reminder to not look down on those that do unskilled labor. Atkinson is recommending that prior to evaluating those that do unskilled labor, we must attempt it ourselves initially. This is a reminder to be modest and also to not be condescending to those who do unskilled labor. Atkinson is suggesting that we must attempt it for a half a day to obtain a far better understanding of the work as well as individuals that do it. This quote is a pointer to be considerate as well as understanding of those who do unskilled work, and to not judge them without first experiencing it ourselves. It is a tip to be simple and also to not be condescending to those who do unskilled work.
This quote is written / told by Brooks Atkinson between November 28, 1894 and January 14, 1984. He/she was a famous Critic from USA.
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