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I think all those people I did stories about measured their own success by the joy their work was giving them
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"I think all those people I did stories about measured their own success by the joy their work was giving them"

- Charles Kuralt

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This quote by Charles Kuralt talks with the idea that success is not always gauged by money or fame, but instead by the pleasure as well as fulfillment that originates from doing purposeful work. Kuralt suggests that individuals he composed tales concerning found success in the enjoyment they derived from their job. This suggestion remains in line with the concept of intrinsic inspiration, which is the concept that individuals are inspired to do something as a result of the fundamental fulfillment they receive from it. Kuralt's quote implies that these people discovered success in the happiness they experienced from their job, as opposed to in any type of external rewards. This idea is important due to the fact that it motivates individuals to seek purposeful job that brings them happiness, instead of chasing after money or fame. Inevitably, Kuralt's quote suggests that success is located in the contentment of doing significant job, instead of in any type of exterior benefits.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Charles Kuralt between September 10, 1934 and July 4, 1997. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 40 other quotes.

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