A wealthy tourist was walking along the beach near a poor Barbados village when he came upon a native man sunbathing on top of his fishing boat, next to a pile of worn out nets. He couldn't stop himself giving advice.
“You should fix that net,” the tourist said.
“Oh, and why is that?" replied the friendly native.
“You would catch more fish and you could make more money.”
“Oh, and why should I do that?"
“Well then you could afford more nets and maybe employ someone to help you.”
“And how would that help me?” said the native, grinning.
“Then you could catch and sell even more fish and maybe get a second boat, even a fleet of boats.”
“Oh, and how would that help me?”
“Well then you would become a rich man.”
“Oh, and what could I do then?"
“Why, your days would be yours to do with as you please. You could lie around on top of your fishing boat enjoying the sun!”
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