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Nassim Taleb's insights on Work aren't theoretical—they're battle-tested wisdom from someone who operated at the highest level. This collection distills that experience into quotable principles, each with source context for verification. When you're navigating Work in the real world, these quotes offer the kind of practical guidance that only comes from direct experience.
"Courage is the only virtue you cannot fake."
"Don't tell me what you think, tell me what you have in your portfolio."
"The problem with the modern world is that it is full of people who have no skin in the game, yet have a lot of influence."
"You will never know if someone is an honorable person until they have the opportunity to profit from a dishonest act."
"Your reputation is what people say about you when you're not in the room. Your character is what you do when no one is looking."
"If you are not willing to take risks, you should not be in a position of leadership."
"You are only as good as your last piece of work, so make sure it is something you are proud of."
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