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Corporations take the humanity out of trade - they take the happiness out and replace it with something that is ugly.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Corporations can diminish the human experience in commerce, leading to ugliness instead of joy.
This quote by Nassim Nicholas Taleb reflects on the negative impact of corporations on trade and human relationships. It suggests that as businesses prioritize profit and efficiency over genuine human connection, they strip away the joy and beauty of trade, rendering it soulless and unappealing.
Themes
CorporationsTradeHumanityHappinessUgliness
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on corporate ethics, this quote can highlight the need for humane business practices.
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