Quotable Quotes: Skilled Trades

Jun 26, 2015 1 Min Read
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A skilled trade is any occupation that requires a particular skill set, ability and know how. Here are some inspiring quotes on skilled trades.

“The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” Ralph Waldo Emerson


“We must believe that we are gifted for something, and that this thing, at whatever cost, must be attained.” – Marie Curie


“Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” – Confucius


“I’m looking forward to the future, and feeling grateful for the past.”Mike Rowe


“The supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play.” Arnold J. Toynbee


"In the end, all you have is your reputation." - Oprah Winfrey

 

"When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece" - John Ruskin

 

"No matter how talented you are, your talent will fail you if you're not skilled. Skill is achieved through practice. Work hard and dedicate yourself to being better every single day." - Will Smith

 

"You should trust any man in his own art provided he is skilled in it." - Edward Coke

 

"A skilled worker, regardless of the job description, remains a treasure." - Madeleine M. Kunin

 
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