Quote by Geoffrey Beene

I'm not a driven businessman, but a driven artist. I never think about money. Beautiful things make money.

I'm not a driven businessman, but a driven artist. I never t

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of focusing on creating something beautiful or meaningful rather than solely on the pursuit of financial gain. The speaker views themselves as an artist rather than a businessman, implying that their primary motivation is driven by their passion and creativity rather than monetary success. They believe that by creating something beautiful, the potential for financial success naturally follows as people are willing to pay for things that are aesthetically pleasing or valuable in some way.

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By Geoffrey Beene

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