A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
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The person who starts out simply with the idea of getting rich won't succeed; you must have a larger ambition. There is no mystery in business success. If you do each day's task successfully, and stay faithfully within these natural operations of commercial laws which I talk so much about, and keep your head clear, you will come out all right.
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What this quote means
True business success comes from having a bigger goal than just making money; focus on your daily tasks within the principles of commerce.
John D. Rockefeller emphasizes that merely wanting to get rich is not sufficient for success in business. A broader ambition is essential, along with the dedication to execute daily tasks effectively and adhere to the fundamental laws of commerce. By maintaining clarity of thought and commitment to these practices, one can achieve lasting success.
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BusinessSuccessAmbitionClarityTasks
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Example use cases
In a business seminar discussing the key factors for success, this quote can serve to inspire entrepreneurs.
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