Dedicated passion

Author: (USA) Abele
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: "The Passion for Work" emerged during the early flourishing of capitalism. The renowned sociologist Max Weber referred to this passion as the capitalist spirit rooted in the Protestant ethic. It was this spirit that created the brilliance of early capitalism. "The Passion for Work" is both ordinary and great—a passion that deeply understands the meaning of one's profession. "Dedication" refers to a modern attitude toward one's profession, encompassing both the concept and the passion for dedication. Between the concept and the passion for dedication, the concept takes precedence, while the passion is the most fundamental. For dedication without passion cannot give rise to action from the depths of life. Relying solely on reason is insufficient, and hollowly urging employees' passion is also ineffective. The goal of reasoning should be directed toward the exploration of passion, and...