Quote by Paul Graham

It's hard to say exactly what it is about face-to-face contact that makes deals happen, but whatever it is, it hasn't yet been duplicated by technology.

It's hard to say exactly what it is about face-to-face conta

Summary

This quote expresses the complexity and indescribable nature of the impact face-to-face interactions have on making deals or negotiations successful. While technology has made significant advancements in facilitating virtual communication, there is a certain intangible element present in personal contact that has yet to be replicated. It acknowledges that despite the conveniences technology offers, there is still something uniquely effective about being physically present and engaging with others that technology has not been able to fully replicate.

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