Business quote by Arthur C. Clarke

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The best measure of a mans honesty isnt his income tax return. Its the zero adjust on his bathroom scale
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"The best measure of a man's honesty isn't his income tax return. It's the zero adjust on his bathroom scale"

- Arthur C. Clarke

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This quote by Arthur C. Clarke suggests that a person's honesty need to not be evaluated by their monetary success or their capability to pay taxes, however rather by their personal integrity. The "no adjust" on a bathroom scale is a metaphor for an individual's sincerity and truthfulness. It indicates that a person's honesty ought to be measured by their determination to be honest with themselves and to take obligation for their actions. This quote motivates individuals to be truthful and sincere in all elements of their lives, not simply in their financial transactions. It recommends that an individual's sincerity must be judged by their character and not by their financial success. Eventually, this quote motivates people to be honest and genuine in all aspects of their lives, not simply in their financial transactions.

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Arthur C. Clarke This quote is written / told by Arthur C. Clarke between December 16, 1917 and March 19, 2008. He was a famous Writer from United Kingdom, the quote is categorized under the topic Business. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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