Quote by Dale Carnegie

You can close more business in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get people interested in you.

You can close more business in two months by becoming intere

Summary

This quote suggests that the key to success in business lies in focusing on building genuine connections with others rather than solely promoting oneself. By showing genuine interest in others, their needs, and desires, one can develop stronger relationships and increase the likelihood of closing more business deals in a shorter period of time. In contrast, constantly seeking attention and trying to make others interested in oneself can be off-putting and may take much longer to achieve the desired results. In summary, this quote emphasizes the value of cultivating genuine connections with others as a means to achieve greater success in business.

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