A development philosophy

I have trodden the winepress alone, and I know
That it is hard to be really useful, resigning
The things that people count for happiness, seeking
The good deeds that lead to obscurity, accepting
With equal face those that bring ignominy,
The applause of all or the love of none.

…. I say: take no thought of the harvest,
But only of proper sowing.

From the Chorus of the Rock
T. S. Eliott