I have always been selling. I always had something going on. That was just my nature.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes the natural talent for entrepreneurship and the constant pursuit of opportunities.
Mark Cuban reflects on his intrinsic ability to engage in sales and entrepreneurship throughout his life. He suggests that selling has been an inherent part of his personality, indicating that success in business often comes from a deep-rooted passion and constant effort in pursuing opportunities rather than a mere job function.
In practice
In a motivational speech about entrepreneurship, one might say, 'As Mark Cuban said, I have always been selling, highlighting the importance of recognizing and leveraging one's strengths.'
If the pitch starts with a sob story, I'm out. If the pitch talks about personal issues, I'm out. If the pitch starts off with how big the market opportunity is, I'm out. If the pitch tells me what is unique about the product, how it can make a profit, and it's an area where I have expertise, I will read on.
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