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Do not primarily train men to work. Train them to serve willingly and intelligently.

James Cash Penney

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James Cash Penney
Age: 95 †
Born: 1875
Born: September 16
Died: 1971
Died: February 12
Businessman
Entrepreneur
Hamilton
Missouri
Work
Men
Intelligently
Willingly
Primarily
Serve
Train
Economy
Business

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Honor bespeaks worth Confidence begets trust.
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Theory is splendid but until put into practice, it is valueless.
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I learned that all things come to those who wait-provided they hustle while they wait.
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Responsibilities are given to him on whom trust rests. Responsibility is always a sign of trust.
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