It is wrong to assume that men of immense wealth are always happy.
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A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Business relationships based on mutual interests are more effective than personal relationships starting a business.
The quote by John D. Rockefeller emphasizes the importance of prioritizing professional interests over personal connections when it comes to business. It suggests that friendships involving shared business goals can lead to a more successful and sustainable partnership compared to entering into a business solely because of personal friendships, which may lack the necessary professional focus and commitment to mutual success.
Themes
FriendshipBusinessRelationshipsPartnershipsProfessionalism
In practice
Example use cases
During a networking event, I shared this quote to highlight the importance of business-minded friendships.
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