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Adidas v Puma: A Battle of Boots and Brothers
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
The Parable of the Three Bricklayers
The story emphasizes the importance of perspective in valuing work. It critiques the notion that all labor must contribute to a grand purpose, like building a cathedral. Instead, it acknowledges the realities faced by individuals in various jobs, such as a bricklayer working on a mundane task like a parking lot wall. In this context, it's acceptable for a worker to simply state their role in a practical manner—'I'm laying bricks.' This highlights a practical approach to work where money is the primary motivation, while seeking meaning and fulfillment in other aspects of life, separate from their job.
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