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> Sniff-test-wise…

Penny-wise, pound-foolish isn’t a saying because it’s a total rarity. Plenty of people follow “common” practices that seem positive but are actually negative.

Cash is much easier to steal from your employer, let alone miscount, misplace, or even accidentally destroy. You’ll see most if not all of these outcomes occur if you work a service/retail job.



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