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Give a man a beer, waste an hour. Teach a man to brew, and waste a lifetime!
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"Give a man a beer, waste an hour. Teach a man to brew, and waste a lifetime!"

- Bill Owen

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This quote by Bill Owen is a humorous way of emphasizing the importance of mentor someone a skill. By providing somebody a beer, you are only squandering an hour of your time. Nevertheless, if you put in the time to teach someone how to brew beer, you are investing a life time of understanding and experience. This quote is a pointer that teaching somebody an ability is better than simply providing them with a short-term service. It is a suggestion that investing in someone's future is more vital than offering a fast fix. It is likewise a tip that the time and effort spent teaching someone a skill is worth it in the long run.

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This quote is written / told by Bill Owen between March 14, 1914 and July 12, 1999. He/she was a famous author. The author also have 1 other quotes.

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