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 ''See also:'' [[Work ethic quotes]]
 [[File:Dr. Eric Thomas.png|thumbnail|right|300px|"You might come from privilege. But you will not outwork me!' - Eric Thomas, Motivational speaker, author, consultant, and minister.]]
-"Hard work has made it easy. That is my secret. That is why I win." - [[Nadia Comaneci]]
+* "Hard work has made it easy. That is my secret. That is why I win." - [[Nadia Comaneci]]
 *"I've seen all those fighters get fatigued. All those fighters got fatigued [at one point in their careers]. They're all legends, and I take my hat off to them. They paved the way for me to be where I am. But one thing about me, of course I'm a 15-round fighter. I've shown I got a granite chin; I've never hit the canvas. I've been in there with the best of my era, and I made A- and B-level fighters look like D-level fighters." - Boxer Floyd Mayweather.<ref>[https://sports.yahoo.com/boxing--floyd-mayweather-jr--s-secret-to-his-success--nobody-works-harder-124003654.html Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s secret to his success? Nobody works harder], Yahoo Sports</ref>

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 ''See also:'' [[Work ethic quotes]]
 [[File:Dr. Eric Thomas.png|thumbnail|right|300px|"You might come from privilege. But you will not outwork me!' - Eric Thomas, Motivational speaker, author, consultant, and minister.]]
 *"I've seen all those fighters get fatigued. All those fighters got fatigued [at one point in their careers]. They're all legends, and I take my hat off to them. They paved the way for me to be where I am. But one thing about me, of course I'm a 15-round fighter. I've shown I got a granite chin; I've never hit the canvas. I've been in there with the best of my era, and I made A- and B-level fighters look like D-level fighters." - Boxer Floyd Mayweather.<ref>[https://sports.yahoo.com/boxing--floyd-mayweather-jr--s-secret-to-his-success--nobody-works-harder-124003654.html Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s secret to his success? Nobody works harder], Yahoo Sports</ref>

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 '''5.''' Autonomy: Feeling a sense of control over one's work and [[decision making]] can increase responsibility and a stronger work ethic
-'''6.''' [[Mastery]], "the state of deep knowledge and [[skill]] in a subject, is pursued for its inherent benefits and positive impact on various aspects of life and the life of others. It fuels [[motivation]], enhances confidence, fosters a love for [[lifelong learning]], and leads to an [[achievement orientation]] and to greater [[achievement]]s and fulfillment. Mastery is not just about acquiring skills, but also about developing a [[growth mindset]] and a [[passion]] for continuous improvement.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=importance+of+mastery&sca_esv=b793f48a711d8998&ei=9RppaJGzKt7Hp84P_o3WqAQ&ved=0ahUKEwjRgf683KWOAxXe48kDHf6GFUUQ4dUDCBI&uact=5&oq=importance+of+mastery&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiFWltcG9ydGFuY2Ugb2YgbWFzdGVyeTIJEAAYsAMYBxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHjIJEAAYsAMYCBgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHkjesAFQgBZY6x1wA3gAkAEAmAGZAaABlAOqAQMwLjO4AQPIAQD4AQGYAgagArYDwgIJEAAYsAMYDRgewgILEAAYsAMYCBgNGB7CAgYQABgNGB7CAggQABgIGA0YHsICCBAAGKIEGIkFmAMA4gMFEgExIECIBgGQBgqSBwMzLjOgB_MYsgcDMC4zuAelA8IHAzItNsgHHQ&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Importance of mastery]</ref>  Mastery and the satisfaction derived from mastering [[skill]]s and achieving expertise can be a powerful motivator and contributor to work ethic.  See also: [[Self-efficacy]]
+'''6.''' [[Mastery]], "the state of deep knowledge and [[skill]] in a subject, is pursued for its inherent benefits and positive impact on various aspects of life and the life of others. It fuels [[motivation]], enhances [[self-confidence]], fosters a love for [[lifelong learning]], and leads to an [[achievement orientation]] and to greater [[achievement]]s and fulfillment. Mastery is not just about acquiring skills, but also about developing a [[growth mindset]] and a [[passion]] for continuous improvement.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=importance+of+mastery&sca_esv=b793f48a711d8998&ei=9RppaJGzKt7Hp84P_o3WqAQ&ved=0ahUKEwjRgf683KWOAxXe48kDHf6GFUUQ4dUDCBI&uact=5&oq=importance+of+mastery&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiFWltcG9ydGFuY2Ugb2YgbWFzdGVyeTIJEAAYsAMYBxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHjIJEAAYsAMYCBgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHkjesAFQgBZY6x1wA3gAkAEAmAGZAaABlAOqAQMwLjO4AQPIAQD4AQGYAgagArYDwgIJEAAYsAMYDRgewgILEAAYsAMYCBgNGB7CAgYQABgNGB7CAggQABgIGA0YHsICCBAAGKIEGIkFmAMA4gMFEgExIECIBgGQBgqSBwMzLjOgB_MYsgcDMC4zuAelA8IHAzItNsgHHQ&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Importance of mastery]</ref>  Mastery and the satisfaction derived from mastering [[skill]]s and achieving expertise can be a powerful motivator and contributor to work ethic.  See also: [[Self-efficacy]]
 '''7.''' Psychological safety: Feeling safe to take [[risk]]s, express various opinions, and make mistakes is crucial for [[innovation]] and a positive work environment. See: [[Growth mindset]]

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 '''5.''' Autonomy: Feeling a sense of control over one's work and [[decision making]] can increase responsibility and a stronger work ethic
-'''6.''' [[Mastery]], "the state of deep knowledge and [[skill]] in a subject, is pursued for its inherent benefits and positive impact on various aspects of life and the life of others. It fuels [[motivation]], enhances [[confidence]], fosters a love for [[lifelong learning]], and leads to an [[achievement orientation]] and to greater [[achievement]]s and fulfillment. Mastery is not just about acquiring skills, but also about developing a [[growth mindset]] and a [[passion]] for continuous improvement.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=importance+of+mastery&sca_esv=b793f48a711d8998&ei=9RppaJGzKt7Hp84P_o3WqAQ&ved=0ahUKEwjRgf683KWOAxXe48kDHf6GFUUQ4dUDCBI&uact=5&oq=importance+of+mastery&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiFWltcG9ydGFuY2Ugb2YgbWFzdGVyeTIJEAAYsAMYBxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHjIJEAAYsAMYCBgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHkjesAFQgBZY6x1wA3gAkAEAmAGZAaABlAOqAQMwLjO4AQPIAQD4AQGYAgagArYDwgIJEAAYsAMYDRgewgILEAAYsAMYCBgNGB7CAgYQABgNGB7CAggQABgIGA0YHsICCBAAGKIEGIkFmAMA4gMFEgExIECIBgGQBgqSBwMzLjOgB_MYsgcDMC4zuAelA8IHAzItNsgHHQ&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Importance of mastery]</ref>  Mastery and the satisfaction derived from mastering [[skill]]s and achieving expertise can be a powerful motivator and contributor to work ethic.  See also: [[Self-efficacy]]
+'''6.''' [[Mastery]], "the state of deep knowledge and [[skill]] in a subject, is pursued for its inherent benefits and positive impact on various aspects of life and the life of others. It fuels [[motivation]], enhances confidence, fosters a love for [[lifelong learning]], and leads to an [[achievement orientation]] and to greater [[achievement]]s and fulfillment. Mastery is not just about acquiring skills, but also about developing a [[growth mindset]] and a [[passion]] for continuous improvement.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=importance+of+mastery&sca_esv=b793f48a711d8998&ei=9RppaJGzKt7Hp84P_o3WqAQ&ved=0ahUKEwjRgf683KWOAxXe48kDHf6GFUUQ4dUDCBI&uact=5&oq=importance+of+mastery&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiFWltcG9ydGFuY2Ugb2YgbWFzdGVyeTIJEAAYsAMYBxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHjIJEAAYsAMYCBgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHkjesAFQgBZY6x1wA3gAkAEAmAGZAaABlAOqAQMwLjO4AQPIAQD4AQGYAgagArYDwgIJEAAYsAMYDRgewgILEAAYsAMYCBgNGB7CAgYQABgNGB7CAggQABgIGA0YHsICCBAAGKIEGIkFmAMA4gMFEgExIECIBgGQBgqSBwMzLjOgB_MYsgcDMC4zuAelA8IHAzItNsgHHQ&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Importance of mastery]</ref>  Mastery and the satisfaction derived from mastering [[skill]]s and achieving expertise can be a powerful motivator and contributor to work ethic.  See also: [[Self-efficacy]]
 '''7.''' Psychological safety: Feeling safe to take [[risk]]s, express various opinions, and make mistakes is crucial for [[innovation]] and a positive work environment. See: [[Growth mindset]]

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 ''[[Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism]]'' is a highly influential 1905 book by sociologist [[Max Weber]].  The ethic consists of hard work, disdain for leisure, competitive spirit and a profit motive to provide an incentive to achieve.
-Despite being an [[Atheism|atheist]], [[Harvard University]] historian [[Niall Ferguson]] declared: "Through a mixture of hard work and thrift the [[Protestantism|Protestant]] societies of the North and West Atlantic achieved the most rapid economic growth in history."<ref>[http://blog.tifwe.org/the-protestant-work-ethic-alive-well-in-china/ The Protestant Work Ethic: Alive & Well…In China] By Hugh Whelchel on September 24, 2012</ref>
+[[Harvard University]] historian [[Niall Ferguson]] declared: "Through a mixture of hard work and thrift the [[Protestantism|Protestant]] societies of the North and West Atlantic achieved the most rapid economic growth in history."<ref>[http://blog.tifwe.org/the-protestant-work-ethic-alive-well-in-china/ The Protestant Work Ethic: Alive & Well…In China] By Hugh Whelchel on September 24, 2012</ref>
 == Four definitions of work==

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 *[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGjM8kzh8TCgbYi213503JXFsZEs9xhc7 Life changing work ethic] - video playlist
-== Psychology and medical science of overcoming laziness/sloth ==
+== Psychology, medical science and various practical ways of overcoming laziness/sloth ==
 [[File:Francis Shaeffer's tearing off the roof.jpg|thumbnail|400px|right|"Through sloth the roof sinks in, and through indolence the house leaks." - Ecclesiastes 10:18]]
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 *[https://www.inc.com/business-insider/10-tricks-more-productive-avoid-laziness.html 10 Ways to Break the Cycle of Laziness], Inc. Magazine
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