The Master Key to Riches Ch 6

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What constitutes the eternal triangle of achievement known as genius?

Love, sex, and wisdom

Love, motivation, and ambition

Love, sex, and romance (correct)

Love, creativity, and knowledge

How does love impact the feelings of individuals according to the content?

It clears out selfishness, greed, jealousy, and envy. (correct)

It has no significant impact on emotions.

It encourages selfishness and greed.

It promotes jealousy and competition.

What defines the difference between man and other creatures according to the content?

Intellectual capacity

Biological advancement

Physical strength

The ability to express love (correct)

What role does the spirit of love play in achieving richness according to the content?

It is a foundation for positive mental attitude. Signup and view all the answers

What does ‘going the extra mile’ signify in relation to love?

A selfless service rendered for the benefit of others. Signup and view all the answers

What character trait is emphasized as fundamental for truly great individuals?

Compassion Signup and view all the answers

What does love contribute to according to the passage?

Art and virtue Signup and view all the answers

How does the young clerk's action towards the elderly lady impact his future?

He was recommended for a partnership. Signup and view all the answers

What is described as necessary for individuals to obtain the rewards of going the extra mile?

A genuine motive of love Signup and view all the answers

What is one consequence of lacking love as described in the passage?

Virtue ceases to exist. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary outcome of the editor's decision to refuse the initial money he was promised?

He gained over $6,000 in cash subscriptions from students. Signup and view all the answers

How did the young salesman in the hardware store utilize his free time to benefit the store?

He created a special table for unsold merchandise. Signup and view all the answers

What was crucial to Carol Downes' success at the plant?

His personal initiative Signup and view all the answers

What lesson can be drawn from the story of the automobile salesman who failed to engage with a potential customer?

Providing inadequate service can result in lost sales opportunities. Signup and view all the answers

How did Carol Downes create his 'inside pull' with Mr. Durant?

By going the extra mile and assisting after hours Signup and view all the answers

What lesson does the story of Carol Downes emphasize regarding opportunity?

Personal initiative is vital in creating opportunities Signup and view all the answers

What long-term effect is associated with the habit of going the extra mile?

It can create lifelong dividends and wealth. Signup and view all the answers

What attitude do many workers exhibit according to the story?

Contentment with minimal effort Signup and view all the answers

What did Andrew Carnegie suggest to the young newspaper reporter?

To engage in twenty years of unprofitable labor for valuable insights. Signup and view all the answers

What outcome did Frank W. Woolworth achieve after going the extra mile with his initiative?

He discovered a profitable merchandise system leading to immense wealth. Signup and view all the answers

What was a common mistake of those who did not follow Downes' example?

They did not seek additional responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary theme of Elbert Hubbard's story 'A Message to Garcia'?

The significance of perseverance and personal accountability Signup and view all the answers

What key trait did the young stenographer display when he met Mr. Schwab?

He volunteered his assistance without being asked. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main result of the employees working together under Mr. Nash's leadership?

The business became successful and profitable. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'going the extra mile' primarily benefit according to the narrative?

The person who provides the service. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following illustrates a change in Mr. Nash's approach to his business?

He encouraged a spirit of unity and service among employees. Signup and view all the answers

What unfortunate mindset did Mr. Nash's employees exhibit before his motivational speech?

A spirit of defeatism and disengagement. Signup and view all the answers

What did young Williams achieve as a result of his initiative with Mr. Schwab?

He was promoted to president of a major company. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key quality that those who go the extra mile develop?

Increased self-reliance and enthusiasm. Signup and view all the answers

What ultimately happened to Mr. Nash's business after employees embraced the extra mile philosophy?

It continued to succeed and grew prosperous. Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of going the extra mile symbolize?

An approach to achieving success through extra effort Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior did Carol Downes exhibit that distinguished him from his colleagues?

He remained after hours to offer assistance without being asked. Signup and view all the answers

What underlying lesson about service is illustrated through the actions of Carol Downes?

Initiative and courtesy can lead to unexpected opportunities. Signup and view all the answers

How did William Durant perceive the value of employees?

Both doing tasks well and leading others are equally valuable. Signup and view all the answers

What does the law of increasing returns imply about one's actions and their consequences?

Higher effort leads to disproportionately higher rewards. Signup and view all the answers

What mindset did Downes maintain when given new responsibilities?

He approached the task with a positive mental attitude. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary warning given to those who work for wages regarding their service?

They cannot expect full rewards from inadequate service. Signup and view all the answers

What does the metaphor of the 'pot of gold at the end of the rainbow' represent?

The tangible rewards of hard work. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Downes' choice to stay late at his job?

It led to a significant career advancement. Signup and view all the answers

How did Downes demonstrate his understanding of workplace dynamics?

He chose to remain available to help higher-ups. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Love as the True Emancipator

Love is man's greatest experience, connecting individuals with Infinite Intelligence.
Love, blended with sex and romance, facilitates individual achievement through creative vision.
Love, sex, and romance form the eternal triangle of genius, the only means by which Nature produces geniuses.
Love represents the outward expression of man's spiritual nature.
Sex, purely biological, fuels all creative efforts, from the simplest creatures to human creations.
The combination of love, sex, and romance yields the potential for great leaders, profound thinkers.
Love fosters kinship among all humanity, eliminating selfishness, greed, jealousy, and envy.
True greatness hinges on the presence of love.
True love surpasses the emotions of sex, combining the eternal triangle yet existing independently.
Love (elan vital) is the life-giving force driving human creativity and distinguishing man from other earthly creatures.
Love dictates the space one occupies in the hearts of others.
Love is foundational to positive mental attitude, the first of the Twelve Riches.
Love is integral to all remaining eleven riches, enhancing endurance and value.
Cultivating love requires going the extra mile, demonstrated through selfless service for others.

The Power of Going the Extra Mile

Voluntary actions have underlying motives.
The habit of going the extra mile yields substantial returns.
An elderly lady's interaction with a helpful clerk highlights the value of exceeding expectations, leading to significant opportunities. (Carnegie's mother and clerk's success story).
A magazine editor's refusal of payment yielded substantial magazine subscriptions and widespread impact. (High returns for going the extra mile)
Neglecting service can prove costly; a salesman ignoring a potential customer illustrates missed opportunities. (Harry Payne Whitney's story)
Personal initiative in the workplace often leads to increased opportunity and reward, often exceeding initial compensation. (Woolworth's story)
Going the extra mile often brings forward unforeseen opportunities (Downes' experiences)
Success is not dependent on external factors but actions taken in the right spirit.
The story of Edward Chocolate demonstrates the value of going the extra mile for both material and spiritual riches. (Multiple success stories)
The habit of going the extra mile inspires positive mental attitude, self-reliance and achievement qualities.
Indispensability and high wages are correlated; going the extra mile can foster a sense of indispensability, regardless of job title.
Going the extra mile yields a multitude of benefits, including peace of mind, friendship and lasting happiness.

The Importance of Personal Initiative and "Mental Attitude"

Personal initiative is critical, and people often fail to recognize limitations in their own behaviour.
The author stresses the use of personal initiative to go beyond expectations in tasks, no matter how small. Going the extra mile comes from a good mental attitude
Going the extra mile works even when not immediately recognized and builds a foundation for success.
Success often results from a chain of small acts diligently performed.
It is possible to gain material wealth by doing more than you're paid to do; this is applicable to anyone regardless of their wealth. (Wealth through service)
Going the extra mile is a principle applicable to all walks of life, not just those who work for wages. It applies to employers and employees alike.
Employing the principle of doing more than required transforms mental attitudes, resulting in more self-reliance and initiative, and greater vision and purpose, crucial ingredients of success
Indifference and hesitation to go beyond normal expectations limits one's potential.

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Explore the profound concepts of love, sex, and romance in this insightful quiz. Delve into how these elements intertwine to foster creativity and individual achievement, shaping the essence of genius and true greatness. Understand the transformative power of love as a fundamental force in human existence.