APAD: First deserve, then desire.

移花接木
楼主 (文学城)

First deserve, then desire.

Before someone can expect or desire something, they must first work hard or demonstrate the qualities that make them worthy of it.

The adage “First deserve, then desire” holds true in many facets of life, including work, relationships, schooling, and personal development. The guiding idea is that a person must strive for success and earn it before aiming for something more important. It implies that one should concentrate on building a solid foundation before following one’s objectives and desires.

For instance, in the professional world, first deserving implies that a worker must put in a lot of effort and complete their tasks thoroughly before requesting an advancement or pay raise. This rule is essential because it guarantees that the worker has acquired the knowledge and expertise necessary to take on duties of greater responsibility. An employee who didn’t deserve the promotion might struggle in their new role, which could impact their performance and potential advancement at work.

最西边的岛上
yes & no, very complex matter & everything is relative
最西边的岛上
seen lots @work either way, luckily I didn't desire much;-))
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7grizzly
上善若水。但行善事,莫问前程。
妖妖灵
What is your last deserving? &what is your last desire? :)
最西边的岛上
无欲则刚。不交僧道,便是好人。 :-)
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7grizzly
横批:万事如意
移花接木
Subjectivity, can be everything
移花接木
Everyone wants top dollar
移花接木
该来的会来
最西边的岛上
得,今儿的春节对联儿有了。回头我找个书法好的网友给写下来,做美坛第一联儿哈
最西边的岛上
sure, if and only if one can do the top job ;-))
妖妖灵
要得太多!那就什么都得不到:)今天简直忙S我了~
天边一片白云
Generally it is correct. 机会留给有准备的人。
最西边的岛上
+1!"chance favors only the prepared mind" - L. Pasteur
移花接木
I am an objective person
永远老李
"Freed From Desire" by Liverpool after FA Cup win
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JoyAnna.
Liverpool~~
最西边的岛上
an “ear candy” by Gala is well used by football now;-)))
最西边的岛上
didn’t know it bf, thx 李兄 4 sharing