Don’t stay in bed, unless you can make money in bed.

Meaning of the quote

This quote by American comedian George Burns is telling you that you shouldn't just stay in bed all day, unless you can actually earn money while you're in bed. In other words, it's better to get up and do something productive with your day, rather than just lying around doing nothing. The key idea is that you should use your time wisely and find ways to make money, rather than just being lazy and unproductive.

About George Burns

George Burns was a legendary American entertainer who had a long and successful career spanning vaudeville, radio, film, and television. He was known for his iconic eyebrow and cigar-smoking persona, as well as his comedic partnership with his wife, Gracie Allen. At the age of 79, Burns experienced a career revival with his acclaimed performance in the film The Sunshine Boys, for which he won an Academy Award.

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American comedian, actor, writer and singer (1896-1996)