Quote by John Hallock

I've noticed two things about men who get big salaries. They are almost invariably men who, in conversation or in conference, are adaptable. They quickly get the other fellow's view. They are more eager to do this than to express their own ideas. Also, they state their own point of view convincingly.

I've noticed two things about men who get big salaries. They

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This quote suggests that individuals who earn high salaries possess two key qualities. Firstly, they are adaptable and open-minded, actively seeking to understand the perspectives and opinions of others before expressing their own ideas. Secondly, they are skilled in presenting their own viewpoints in a convincing manner. This implies that successful individuals in terms of income are not only proficient in active listening and understanding diverse viewpoints, but also have the ability to communicate effectively and persuade others to their way of thinking.

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