Accept business only at a price permitting thoroughness. Then do a thorough job, regardless of cost to us.
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Be influenced by nothing but your clients' interests. Tell them the truth.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focus on serving your clients' needs and be honest with them.
This quote emphasizes the importance of prioritizing clients' interests above all else and maintaining transparency and honesty in those interactions. Arthur C. Nielsen advocates for a client-centered approach in business, suggesting that success and trust are built by putting the needs of customers first and communicating with integrity.
Themes
ClientsInterestsTruthHonestyBusiness
In practice
Example use cases
In a business seminar, you could use this quote to emphasize ethical practices.
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